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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Households with resources will find other ways to adapt — through private upgrades, newer homes, or alternative energy options.
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Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
And for Michael Kosta, who made the best argument for alternative energy this Earth Day, getting Ryan to riff on the evils of crypto was a true get.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2026
Geothermal heating and cooling may soon be coming to a new home building site near you as a leading alternative energy company expands its unique build-and-lease program nationwide.
—Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
Across the alternative energy vehicle market, hybrid vehicle registrations have roughly stabilized at around 20% of the market share over the last year.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
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Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
And for Michael Kosta, who made the best argument for alternative energy this Earth Day, getting Ryan to riff on the evils of crypto was a true get.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2026
Geothermal heating and cooling may soon be coming to a new home building site near you as a leading alternative energy company expands its unique build-and-lease program nationwide.
—Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
Across the alternative energy vehicle market, hybrid vehicle registrations have roughly stabilized at around 20% of the market share over the last year.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
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“Alternative energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alternative%20energy. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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