Want to learn more about renewable energy, but don’t know where to start? We are here to help! Today we will learn about what renewable energy is, why it is important, and how you can make a change!
What is renewable energy?
In simple terms, renewable energy derives from natural sources that we can find around us. These sources are called renewable as they are replenished at a much higher rate than they are consumed.
Non-renewable energy sources can take up to millions of years to form, which is why we need to make a change!
Some of the most notorious non-renewable energy sources are:
- Coal
- Oil
- Gas
Fossil fuels are incredibly harmful to both us and our planet. These are burned in order to produce energy, which consequently leads to harmful green gas emissions, such as carbon dioxide.
On the other hand, renewable energy causes far fewer emissions, which is why transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources is a must!
So what renewable energy sources can we use?
Some of the most popular are:
- Solar power
Many of us are aware of solar panels, but not many people use them. Solar panels are able to transform solar energy into electrical energy through photovoltaic panels, in order for us to use it within our homes.
This renewable energy source can warm your house during cold winter months and cool it down during hot summer days, as well as provide electricity to a range of gadgets.
During the past decade, solar panels have dramatically decreased in price, and are said to last up to 30 years!
- Hydropower
Hydropower is a renewable energy source that can really change the game!
Hydropower reservoirs often have more than one use.
Not only can they produce energy, but they also provide drinking water, flood and drought control as well as water for irrigation services.
Having this type of renewable energy in rural parts of the world could help both populations and our planet.
This could truly be game-changing!
Why is it important?
Renewable energy is the first step we need to take to address the climate crisis which we are facing today.
All the transportation fuels and the production of electricity are releasing toxic fuels, harmful to the population, nature, air and water.
This is why renewable energy is such an important change.
Not only will it improve the environmental crisis, but it is also overall a much cheaper alternative. Importing fossil fuels is expensive, therefore our bills get higher.
Renewable energy will provide reliable power supplies, leading to lower fuel spills.
Furthermore, renewable energy will help conserve our natural resources, which today, are at risk.
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