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An introduction to renewable energy
If we are going to reverse the effect of climate change then we need to begin using renewable energy sources to heat our homes, light our offices, power our machines, and drive our cars. A renewable energy is one which is replenished naturally and constantly such as sunlight, wind, tidal power, biomass, and thermal energy. There are some good reasons for moving towards more sustainable and green energy sources including:
- Counteracting the effects of climate change and reducing our reliance on fossil fuels such as coal and oil.
- Decreasing reliance on other countries for energy needs, in other words creating energy security.
- Finding cheaper and cleaner ways of providing electricity and heating our homes.
History of renewable energy
We have always been trying to find new ways to use our environment to produce power. Wood burning was one of the first biomass renewable energy projects and has been around since man discovered fire. Wind has been use...
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