renewable electricity

[/rɪˈnjuːəbəl ɪˈlɛktrɪsɪti/]
nounfemininepl: renewable electricities
eletricidade renovável
1. Electricity generated from renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, or biomass that naturally replenish and do not deplete finite resources
Many countries are investing in renewable electricity to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change.
Muitos países estão investindo em eletricidade renovável para reduzir as emissões de carbono e combater as mudanças climáticas.
2. Electrical power produced from sustainable sources that can be continuously regenerated without exhausting natural resources
The solar panels on the roof generate renewable electricity for the entire building.
Os painéis solares no telhado geram eletricidade renovável para todo o edifício.
Renewable electricity is a significant topic in both Brazilian and American environmental policy. Brazil has historically relied on hydroelectric power for much of its electricity, making it a leader in renewable electricity generation. In recent years, both countries have increasingly invested in solar and wind energy as part of climate change mitigation efforts and energy independence goals. The term is prominently used in governmental, corporate, and environmental discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
clean electricitygreen electricitysustainable electricityrenewable energyclean energy
Antonyms / Antônimos
fossil fuel electricitynon-renewable electricitycoal electricityconventional electricity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
eletricidade renovável
Standard term used in environmental and energy policy discussions across Brazil
São Paulo
energia elétrica renovável
Common variant emphasizing energy rather than electricity specifically
Rio de Janeiro
eletricidade renovável
Standard usage, particularly in discussions of hydroelectric power from water sources
Portugal
eletricidade renovável
European Portuguese uses same term; emphasis often on wind and solar given geographic location

Related Words

solar powerwind energyhydroelectric powerbiomass energygeothermal energyphotovoltaicsustainable developmentcarbon footprint

Related Idioms & Phrases

going green
turning to renewable sources
sustainable energy transition
clean energy revolution
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