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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clean energy

"We have to face up to the changing climate ... there's no point denying where we are. We need to face up to it. We need more clean energy."

From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026

The country has to "face up" to the "changing climate" and needs to transition to "more clean energy" he said.

From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026

Because of this versatility, the technology is viewed as an important option for expanding clean energy and hydrogen use.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 10, 2026

The grants were for clean energy projects such as new battery plants, electrical grid upgrades, carbon capture initiatives and a $1.2-billion award for California’s nascent hydrogen hub known as ARCHES.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 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 William Jefferson Clinton