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

Particularly in markets west of the Mississippi River, renewable energy projects can push wholesale electricity prices sharply lower, or even negative, for several hours every day.

From The Wall Street Journal

Archibald said that by ending petroleum licensing, efforts can be focussed on things like renewable energy and energy efficiency.

From BBC

Making its production cleaner and more competitive with fossil based hydrogen could accelerate its use not only in heavy industry, but also as a way to store excess renewable energy.

From Science Daily

The UK government has been investing heavily in renewable energy in its bid to meet 95% of electricity demand with clean power by 2030.

From BBC

Microsoft recently signed a deal with Indonesia's state-owned electricity provider to raise the nation's renewable energy capacity by around 200 megawatts over a decade.

From Barron's