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renewable energy

renewable energy
Noun

This term is used primarily in environmental, political, and technical discourses to describe power sources that do not deplete over time. It carries a strong positive connotation of sustainability and ecological responsibility, often contrasted with "fossil fuels" or "non-renewable energy."

Grammatically, this is an uncountable compound noun. It refers to a general concept or a category of energy rather than individual units. Consequently, it does not have a plural form and is used with singular verbs and uncountable quantifiers such as "much" or "a great deal of."

Meanings

Nounrenewable energy

Energy derived from natural sources that are replenished at a higher rate than they are consumed, such as sunlight, wind, and water.

The government is investing heavily in renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions.

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