Renewable sources of energy
I can identify the advantages and disadvantages of renewable sources of energy, and form an opinion about their relative merits.
Renewable sources of energy
I can identify the advantages and disadvantages of renewable sources of energy, and form an opinion about their relative merits.
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Key learning points
- Renewable sources of energy include solar, wind, wave and tidal energy, biomass, hydro-electric and geothermal energy.
- Different forms of renewable energy have advantages and disadvantages.
- Renewable energy sources can contribute to reducing carbon emissions.
- Some countries like Iceland and Costa Rica get nearly all their energy from renewable sources.
Keywords
Renewable energy - Renewable energy is sources of energy that can be re-used and will not be used up or run out.
Carbon emissions - Carbon emissions are the release of carbon into the air and atmosphere around us.
Hydro-electric - Hydro-electric power generates electricity by using water.
Biomass - Biomass is organic (natural) material that can be used as fuel.
Common misconception
Renewable energy sources are 'free'.
There are significant costs involved in setting up and maintaining renewable sources of energy.
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