renewable energy

American  

noun

1. any naturally occurring, theoretically inexhaustible source of energy, as biomass, solar, wind, tidal, wave, and hydroelectric power, that is not derived from fossil or nuclear fuel.

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renewable energy British  

noun

1. another name for alternative energy

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Etymology

Origin of renewable energy

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

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renewable energy

His war with Iran unintentionally set off a scramble for renewable energy sources, which promise to be cheaper in the long run and available on a faster timescale than many initially anticipated.

From Salon ● Aug. 28, 2026

But some experts say keeping Diablo online is actually slowing the growth of renewable energy in California.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026

The turn toward renewable energy has helped the island weather increased pressure from the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026

The country is positioning itself as a critical supplier for the global energy transition, with demand surging for copper used in electric vehicles, power grids and renewable energy infrastructure.

From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026

For too many years, Americans and the rest of the world have let such wise words about all aspects of renewable energy go unheard.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler