clean energy

American  

noun

1. energy, as electricity or nuclear power, that does not pollute the atmosphere when used, as opposed to coal and oil, that do.

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Example Sentences

It uses the revenue to fund public transit projects, wildfire prevention, affordable housing, clean energy, electric vehicles and safe drinking water.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Manifold became chairman in October last year as BP focused on pivoting back to its more profitable oil and gas business, slashing clean energy investments.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

"We know that clean energy is growing across the UK and Scotland is punching above its weight."

From BBC • May 26, 2026

As demand for batteries continues to rise worldwide, cleaner lithium extraction technologies may become increasingly important for the clean energy transition.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

Tonight, I propose a new clean air fund to help communities reduce greenhouse and other pollutions, and tax incentives and investment to spur clean energy technologies.

From State of the Union Address by Clinton, William Jefferson