alternative energy
noun
variants
or less commonly alternative power
: usable power (such as heat or electricity) that comes from a renewable or green resource
alternative energy sources/technology
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Insulin signaling is impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, limiting the body’s ability to utilize glucose effectively and requiring alternative energy sources.
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Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 9 July 2025
The change orders with the alternative energy company Veregy which is managing the geothermal project have frustrated School Board members who said both changes should have been anticipated and included in the original bid package.
—Bob Skolnik, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2025
Biden passed a signature climate change law with billions of dollars to support alternative energy projects.
—Timothy Gardner, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
Premier Brantley is pursuing the goal of making Nevis eco-friendly by 2030, with alternative energy satisfying all electric demands.
—Geoff Whitmore, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 9 July 2025
The change orders with the alternative energy company Veregy which is managing the geothermal project have frustrated School Board members who said both changes should have been anticipated and included in the original bid package.
—Bob Skolnik, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2025
Biden passed a signature climate change law with billions of dollars to support alternative energy projects.
—Timothy Gardner, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
Premier Brantley is pursuing the goal of making Nevis eco-friendly by 2030, with alternative energy satisfying all electric demands.
—Geoff Whitmore, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for alternative energy
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“Alternative energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alternative%20energy. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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