renewable
A renewable refers to a source of energy that is naturally replenished on a human timescale, such as sunlight, wind, or rain. In modern contexts, it is most commonly used in the plural form, 'renewables,' to describe the industry or the technologies used to generate clean power.
Examples
3 of 5My neighbor decided to install solar panels because he believes in the power of renewables.
My neighbor decided to install solar panels because he believes in the power of renewables.
The state government has pledged to source 60% of its electricity from renewables by the year 2040.
The state government has pledged to source 60% of its electricity from renewables by the year 2040.
It's pretty cool how renewables are finally becoming cheaper than coal in some places.
It's pretty cool how renewables are finally becoming cheaper than coal in some places.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Look at the word: Re-new-able. It is something that is 'able' to be 'new' again.
Quick Quiz
The country is trying to reduce its dependence on coal by investing heavily in _______.
Correct!
The correct answer is: renewables
Examples
My neighbor decided to install solar panels because he believes in the power of renewables.
everydayMy neighbor decided to install solar panels because he believes in the power of renewables.
The state government has pledged to source 60% of its electricity from renewables by the year 2040.
formalThe state government has pledged to source 60% of its electricity from renewables by the year 2040.
It's pretty cool how renewables are finally becoming cheaper than coal in some places.
informalIt's pretty cool how renewables are finally becoming cheaper than coal in some places.
The integration of renewables into the national grid requires sophisticated energy storage solutions.
academicThe integration of renewables into the national grid requires sophisticated energy storage solutions.
Investors are increasingly moving their capital away from oil and toward high-growth renewables.
businessInvestors are increasingly moving their capital away from oil and toward high-growth renewables.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
the rise of renewables
the rise of renewables
future of renewables
future of renewables
mixed with renewables
mixed with renewables
Often Confused With
Recyclable refers to materials (like paper) that can be processed for reuse, whereas renewable refers to energy sources (like wind) that never run out.
Usage Notes
While 'renewable' is frequently used as an adjective (e.g., 'renewable energy'), in environmental and policy discussions, it is very common to use the plural noun 'renewables' to refer to the collective group of green energy sources.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use the singular 'a renewable' when they actually mean the general category, which should be the plural 'renewables'.
Memory Tip
Look at the word: Re-new-able. It is something that is 'able' to be 'new' again.
Word Origin
From the prefix 're-' (again) + the word 'new' + the suffix '-able' (capable of).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
The term is central to global discussions on climate change, the 'Green New Deal,' and the transition away from a carbon-based economy.
Quick Quiz
The country is trying to reduce its dependence on coal by investing heavily in _______.
Correct!
The correct answer is: renewables
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