Advantages & Disadvantages of Energy Resources

Explore energy resources! Learn pros/cons of renewable vs. non-renewable, from solar to coal.

Sort it Out! Classify each as renewable or non-renewable Renewable Wind energy Hydroelectric Geothermal Biomass Solar Non-renewable Coal Natural gas Oil A major advantage of solar energy is - it is inexpensive to build the equipment needed the Sun is not always shining the energy provided is a clean source A major disadvantage of nuclear energy is - the production of toxic radioactive wastes uranium has to be created as it is not a natural element the generation of air pollution A disadvantage of this type of energy source is - it is found only in extremely limited locations it is more expensive than alternative energy sources it generates air pollution when burned Which form of energy is renewable but requires large pieces of equipment that might harm birds? solar energy geothermal wind Which form of energy requires a dam to be built that can cause flooding of land and damage to wildlife? geothermal hydroelectric solar Waste materials from nuclear power plants cause no pollution. are dangerous to living things for thousands of years. are dangerous to living things for a few days. Which renewable energy source produces air pollution? coal biomass nuclear In Summary!Select the best word to fill in each blank. Renewable energy sources are also known as clean energy sources. Non-renewable energy sources are coal, oil, natural gas, known as fossil fuels, and nuclear energy. In general, renewable energy sources are considered better for the environment. However, renewable energy sources are generally more expensive and sometimes less available. Non-renewable energy sources are cheaper and more readily available. But, non-renewable energy sources usually generate pollution and are more harmful to the Earth.