renewable

The word “renewable” means able to be renewed or extended. In plain terms, capable of being renewed, or (for energy) coming from a source that keeps replenishing itself.

“Renewable” is pronounced rih-NYOO-uh-bl (/ɹɪˈnu.ə.bl̩/ in IPA).

Here is “renewable” used in a sentence: “The lease is renewable every twelve months.”

“Renewable” is an adjective.

“Renewable” is a fairly common word in modern English.

“Renewable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: able to be renewed or extended.

Renewable energy comes from sources that are naturally replenished and do not run out, such as solar, wind, and hydro power. Non-renewable energy comes from finite sources like coal, oil, and gas, which are used up faster than they can form.

Renewable describes a resource that replenishes itself naturally, while sustainable describes practices that can continue long-term without depleting resources or harming the environment. Renewable energy is one important part of sustainability, but the two words are not interchangeable.

Renewable refers to resources, especially energy, that nature replaces on its own, such as sunlight and wind. Recyclable refers to materials, such as glass or aluminium, that can be processed and used again.

Renewable frequently appears in phrases such as "renewable energy," "renewable resources," and "renewable sources." In contracts and agreements it also describes something able to be renewed, as in a "renewable subscription" or "renewable lease."