renewable energy

American  

noun

1. 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.

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renewable energy British  

noun

1. another name for alternative energy

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Etymology

Origin of renewable energy

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

Meanwhile, offshore and marine company Seatrium’s order wins might improve, as higher oil prices tend to drive oil and renewable energy producers to accelerate or add to projects.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Francisco Blanch, Bank of America’s head of global commodities and derivatives, told Barron’s that he expects to see a drive to increase renewable energy sources after the war.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

That may include investing in their renewable energy sources.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

Two problems: At the time, renewable energy cost too much to make it affordable, and adding water usually turns quicklime into an unwieldy goop.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

One of the most encouraging developments has come out of Australia, where renewable energy now generates enough power to run 70 percent of Australian homes.

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