renewables

British

plural noun

sources of alternative energy, such as wind and wave power

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"From this tragedy, an immense irony is unfolding. Those who've fought to keep the world hooked on fossil fuels are inadvertently supercharging the global renewables boom," he said, without naming countries or companies.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

"That's why so many governments are pushing renewables plans into overdrive: to restore national security, economic stability, competitiveness, policy autonomy and basic sovereignty," he added.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

If we want to move towards renewables, he says, we need to be getting rid of petrol-powered cars and gas-fired heating systems far more rapidly.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

The company is looking to raise $5 billion to help fund its push into renewables as demand for electrification rises.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Participants at the Santa Marta meeting believe the real purpose of the meeting is to show those who are hesitating about the transition that there is a critical mass moving in favour of renewables.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

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