How does radiant energy work?

Work is done by radiant energy as the electromagnetic waves come into contact with particles and cause them to move. Let's examine the sun as a source of radiant energy. Radiant energy from the sun is specifically referred to as solar energy

The sun contains a tremendous amount of radiant energy that’s produces electromagnetic waves. These waves travel away from the sun through space and time. When the waves come into contact with some object - let’s say our skin - they cause the molecules in our skin to move faster.