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renewables

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plural noun

  1. sources of alternative energy, such as wind and wave power

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Natural gas has long been billed as a "bridge fuel" between dirtier polluting fossil fuels and renewables such as wind and solar.

From Barron's Jul. 25, 2026

However, the 2024 Labour landslide under Sir Keir saw him tackling climate change with a renewed zeal in government, pushing a Green Prosperity Plan to invest in renewables and unlock new jobs and economic growth.

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

The government is requiring all new data centers to derive at least 80% of their power from renewables.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 19, 2026

In sunny Spain, a European leader in solar and other renewables, sun-power produced more than a third of electricity last month, Ember adds.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

Primoris Services sank 22% after the construction company cut its full-year outlook, citing weaker revenue for its renewables business.

From Barron's Jun. 23, 2026

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