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bioenergy

American  
[bahy-oh-en-er-jee] / ˌbaɪ oʊˈɛn ər dʒi /

noun

  1. energy derived from biofuel.


Etymology

Origin of bioenergy

First recorded in 1975–80; bio- + energy

Example Sentences

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Nufarm has benefited from higher Crop Protection margins, growth in Hybrid Seeds and a stronger performance from its emerging Omega-3 and bioenergy platforms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

"CAN refutes the idea that bioenergy can be a universal and significant 'climate solution,'" the NGO said.

From Barron's • Nov. 10, 2025

It may not provide carbon-negative energy but comes with none of the risks of bioenergy projects, they say.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2025

The government considers clean electricity to include renewables, such as wind, solar, hydropower and bioenergy, as well as nuclear power.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2025

That means more land than previously thought could potentially be used to grow bioenergy crops.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2024

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