Renewable energy is energy derived from natural sources that are replenished at a higher rate than they are consumed.
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1. Wind Energy 2. Hydroelectric Energy 3. Solar Energy 4. Geothermal Energy 5. Biomass Energy
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Winds are produced by the sun’s uneven heating of the atmosphere.
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Hydropower represents 19% of total electricity production.
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Harnessing energy from the sun to perform some task is called star energy. We can use solar energy to heat water or homes
Geothermal energy is the heat energy that is stored beneath the Earth’s surface.
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Biomass energy includes a broad range of fuels including wood and other plant material.
Ocean energy can be harnessed in three ways: (i) Tidal energy (ii) Wave energy (iii) Ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC)
1. Renewable sources of energy are renewable and easily regenerated. 2. Renewable sources of energy boost economic growth and increase job opportunities.
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1. Difficult to produce the energy quantity that is equivalent to that produced by non-renewable fuels. 2. Technology required to trap renewable energy is costly.
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