What are the two basic kinds of energy?

Potential energy and kinetic energy.

Explanation:

Kinetic is energy in a moving object

Potential is energy stored up to be used in future use

The two major forms are Kinetic Energy and Potential Energy.

Kinetic energy is the energy in moving objects or mass. Examples include mechanical energy, and electrical energy.

Potential energy is any form of energy that has stored potential that can be put to future use.