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

Renewable energy has helped absorb some of the shock in countries such as Spain that have aggressively added wind and solar power to their grids.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Renewable energy has destroyed the global monopoly of fossil fuels: Renewables now account for a big and growing share of global energy production.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

Renewable energy might not supply all of the needs of the growing economy, but will have to be an important part of the mix.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

Renewable energy has become cheaper and increasingly more reliable than fossil energy, and it is getting more so every day.

From Slate • Jan. 14, 2026

Renewable energy companies, as well as state leaders, have expressed alarm over the administration's stance.

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2025