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clean-tech

British  
/ ˈkliːnˈtɛk /

adjective

  1. using clean technology

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Governments in developed economies are likely to become more protectionist toward local clean-tech equipment and infrastructure companies because of geopolitical tensions and cybersecurity risks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

"As India seeks access to critical minerals for its manufacturing, its clean-tech, and its nuclear plants, Canada's resource base and world-leading companies position it as a strategic partner," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

"China is already the world's clean-tech superpower," says Li Shuo, director of the China Climate Hub at the Asia Policy Institute.

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2025

New rules for curtailing power plant emissions, expected from the Environmental Protection Agency next month, could help pave the way for one of the buzziest areas of clean-tech investing: carbon capture.

From New York Times • Apr. 28, 2023

His other pleasure comes from interviewing people at climate and clean-tech startups: “I hear about this amazing new way to make steel, cement and chemicals.”

From Seattle Times • Aug. 16, 2022