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

Real Madrid is owned entirely by members who elect the president, with this the first presidential election in 20 years to feature a challenger - renewable energy magnate Enrique Riquelme.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

In countries like Egypt, where sunlight is ample and the price of oil has created a massive burden on consumers, renewable energy is an absolute necessity.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

To ground this heavy computational architecture in environmental responsibility, the Large Nature Model is hosted by a dedicated Google Cloud server cluster in Oregon running on 87% carbon-free renewable energy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Other trends are equally supportive—and perhaps more crucially for Nextpower, could signal the resurgence of renewable energy.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Dozens of cities in the United States are now following suit, pledging to use 100 percent renewable energy by 2050 or sooner.

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