alternative energy

noun

1. energy, as solar, wind, or nuclear energy, that can replace or supplement traditional fossil-fuel sources, as coal, oil, and natural gas.

alternative energy

noun

1. Also called: renewable energy. a form of energy derived from a natural source, such as the sun, wind, tides, or waves

Word History and Origins

Origin of alternative energy¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

Last winter, energy workers largely maintained the power supply, and this year authorities have surged imports of equipment and alternative energy resources with help from allied governments including the U.S.

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The trilemma traditionally means balancing three key areas: Delivering strong shareholder distributions; maintaining a healthy balance sheet and investing in reserves—whether that is traditional oil and gas or expanding into alternative energy assets.

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She says an injury forced her to give up sport and that behaving badly offers an alternative energy release.

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Over recent years, the event has pivoted towards alternative energies.

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For decades, the Energy Information Administration, an independent agency housed inside the Department of Energy, has provided crucial reports on everything from oil and gas to the future of alternative energy.

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