renewable energy

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.

renewable energy

noun

1. another name for alternative energy

Word History and Origins

Origin of renewable energy¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

Stocks for companies in industries that Trump has repeatedly attacked—renewable energy, vaccines—understandably sank.

From Slate

That could hurt California, which is becoming more reliant on renewable energy.

From Los Angeles Times

Trump also plans to roll back Biden’s efforts to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles and repeal federal subsidies for solar, wind and other renewable energy projects — important parts of California’s drive to wean itself from fossil fuels.

From Los Angeles Times

According to the Department of Energy, renewable energy sources such as solar and wind are the fastest-growing segments on the power grid — driven by federal tax credits, state renewable-energy mandates, and technology advancements that have lowered their costs.

From Los Angeles Times

He also mentioned “attacking food prices by going after some of these anti-competitive mergers ... attacking climate change by continuing our investment in renewable energy, and also really diving into the water issue. No pun intended.”

From Los Angeles Times