Synonyms

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

But some experts say keeping Diablo online is actually slowing the growth of renewable energy in California.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026

The turn toward renewable energy has helped the island weather increased pressure from the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026

If the technology successfully makes the transition from experimental steel to industrial components, it could provide a cheaper route to producing green hydrogen from renewable energy and seawater.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 11, 2026

His party has significantly increased Australia's emissions reduction efforts and massively boosted renewable energy projects.

From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026

As several of those leading the way in renewable energy have reminded us, this willingness to take risks and to commit ourselves to change are, in themselves, renewable resources.

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

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