Renewable Energy Definition
Renewable energy comes from sources that can be easily replenished. For example, sunlight is used to generate power with little pollution.
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Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Resources
Fun Facts
- Ethanol is made from plants like corn, a renewable resource.
- Algae produce high-energy oils for bio-diesel, a renewable fuel.
- Electric cars can be powered by electricity from renewable sources like wind turbines.
Why Do We Need To Know About Renewable Energy
Learning about renewable energy helps us see why it’s important for our future. For example, in Brazil, they make fuel from sugar beets, which helps cars run without using oil. Also, places with a lot of wind use windmills to make electricity, which can create new jobs for people building and taking care of them.
Electric cars, like those Tesla makes, and fuel made from algae, show us that there are many different jobs in renewable energy. This field isn’t just good for the planet; it also offers cool jobs in making cars, working with plants, managing water power, and helping businesses be more green.
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In this lesson, we learn that:
- Fossil fuels are sources of energy made from prehistoric plants and animals.
- Non-renewable energy comes from sources that could eventually run out.
- Renewable energy comes from sources that can be easily replenished.
- Renewable energy includes sunlight, wind and water power.
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