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clean energy

American

noun

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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Colombia has attracted investment from clean energy companies in China and the United States.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

“This project is real,” she said, “and it’s part of a wave of historic clean energy development in California.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

That would help lower environmental impact while supporting the continued growth of clean energy technologies.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

She argues the faster we hook up a bigger supply of clean energy to the grid, the better.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 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

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