The molecules that carry energy to the light-independent reactions (also known as the Calvin cycle) are ATP (adenosine triphosphate) and NADPH (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate).

Here's a breakdown:

* ATP: This molecule is like a cellular battery, storing chemical energy in its phosphate bonds. It's generated during the light-dependent reactions by using the energy from sunlight.

* NADPH: This molecule carries high-energy electrons. It's also generated during the light-dependent reactions, using light energy to reduce NADP+ to NADPH.

Both ATP and NADPH are used in the Calvin cycle to power the conversion of carbon dioxide into glucose, the primary energy source for the plant.