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Alternative electricity source (Hydroelectricity (Power from water,…
Alternative electricity source
Geothermal
Heat from the earths core
The hot water can heat the house by running pipes or go through a heat exchanger.
Wells are 3-10 km depth
Geothermal power plants can convert geothermal heat into electricity.
Most affective.
Very reliable, and consistant
Solar
Thermal energy from the sun
Most available renewable Energy
Solar Pv paneles Convert light to electrical energy
Clean energy, not bad for environment
Sometimes not available
ie. night, winter, etc.
Wind
Clean energy, NO CO2 emmission
Power generated from moving wind
Different speeds due to location, season, and surrounding structures
Not always blowing
Cost more than traditional energy sources
Cost is decreasing
Biomass
Used for fuels or bio oils
Made from organic matter like plants trees waste
Renewable
Uses anaerobic to break down organic matter into rules and power sources
Organic matter burned to produce heat or Energy in the place of fossils
Can be sourced locally and help support the local economy
Wood chips are most commonly used
Hydroelectricity
Power from water
Produced using Turbines and generators
Dams and run of river
Dams have more controlled energy production
Helps with blood control
Cost competitive
Reliable
Affects negative imapacf on fish habitats
Peop,e May have to move from riverside homes
Not fully clean