Lesson 11 Sustainable Energy
Sustainable Energy
C11.6 wood pellets for biomass boiler
This last lesson of the unit looked at comparing the benefits and drawbacks of different energy sources for power generation in Alberta. We compared energy content of fuels used in power plants in Alberta, in terms of costs, benefits, efficiency, and sustainability. Then, we considered the drawbacks in terms of the importance of preserving our environment and using energy sources wisely.
All types of energy have pros and cons. There is no perfect source of energy, so we need to weigh the pros and cons of each. Is the key strategy to reducing the effects of power production to reduce the amount of power being used, or to make the production of power more efficient?
All types of energy have pros and cons. There is no perfect source of energy, so we need to weigh the pros and cons of each. Is the key strategy to reducing the effects of power production to reduce the amount of power being used, or to make the production of power more efficient?
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Bill Gates and the Quest for Sustainable Energy © YouTube The Atlantic
Watch this video for a detailed explanation of sustainable energy. It reviews the concept of sustainable energy, and the many types of alternative energy technologies.