Differences between renewable and non-renewable energy sources
Renewable energy sources are those that are infinite (will never run out). Non-renewable energy sources are those that are finite (will run out eventually).
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Types of renewable energy sources
Solar energy, Wind energy, Geothermal energy.
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Advantages of solar energy
Low maintenance costs, Reduces electricity bills, and it doesn't contribute to pollution.
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Disadvantages of solar energy
Initial costs are very high, not a consistent supply of energy, and solar energy storage is expensive.
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Advantages of wind energy
It is a clean fuel source, doesn't produce any harmful gasses, and it only needs wind to work.
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Disadvantages of wind energy
It is not reliable, energy has to be stored, costs a lot to build turbines.
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Advantages of geothermal energy
It is renewable, it does not produce greenhouse gasses, and there are no price fluctuations for the fuel (water).
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Disadvantages of geothermal energy
Very high up-front costs, electricity need for heat pumps, Damage to underground loops (tree roots and rodents).
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why people favor renewable energy
They are not causing pollution which means they are not causing climate change.
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Other cards in this set
Card 2
Front
Solar energy, Wind energy, Geothermal energy.
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Types of renewable energy sources
Card 3
Front
Low maintenance costs, Reduces electricity bills, and it doesn't contribute to pollution.
Back
Card 4
Front
Initial costs are very high, not a consistent supply of energy, and solar energy storage is expensive.
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Card 5
Front
It is a clean fuel source, doesn't produce any harmful gasses, and it only needs wind to work.
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