renewable
adjective
re·new·able
ri-ˈnü-ə-bəl 
-ˈnyü-
1
: capable of being renewed
renewable contracts
2
: capable of being replaced by natural ecological cycles or sound management practices
renewable resources
Examples of renewable in a Sentence
a renewable life insurance policy
Forests are renewable natural resources, but they must be treated with care.
Wind and water are renewable fuel sources.
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John Aguilar, Denver Post, 10 Feb. 2026
Eco effort Fully invested and committed to sustainable practices, everything about Sussurro is African-sourced, community-built, and community-serviced, powered by renewable energy.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Feb. 2026
The environmental benefits are further enhanced when renewable fuels such as biomethane and biogas are used.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
The university is listed as a leader in the region in environmental sustainability, including water management and renewable energy.
—Jane Arraf, NPR, 10 Feb. 2026
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renewable
adjective
re·new·able
ri-ˈn(y)ü-ə-bəl
1
: capable of being renewed
2
: capable of being replaced by natural ecological cycles or sound management procedures
renewable resources like water, wildlife, forests, and grasslands
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