renewable energy

American

noun

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.

renewable energy British

noun

another name for alternative energy

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Etymology

Origin of renewable energy

First recorded in 1970–75

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renewable energy

Members pay for rewards—such as a deal on a new outfit for a golfing avatar, or a cowboy hat for PGATour—and in turn, the executives commit to paying for renewable energy.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026

At the same time, growing concerns about energy security have accelerated global investment in renewable energy and battery storage.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026

Wadephul named "critical raw materials, renewable energy and the pharmaceutical industry" as areas for potential growth.

From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026

This is because other sectors are switching to renewable energy faster, and aviation has no realistic alternative to jet fuel from oil.

From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026

These rising renewable energy employment figures, along with accomplishments such as those in Australia, are truly encouraging.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler

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