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7.4 renewable energy, Energy efficiency and energy conservation, [-energy…
7.4 renewable energy
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includes the three r's: reuse, recycle, reduce.
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upgrading the electrical grid to and energy sufficient smart grid:
Variable speed electric motors: run at the minimum speed needed for each job
a smart grid allows power companies and consumers to connect to and buy electricity produced by homes and businesses from, wind, solar and other renewable forms of energy
Transportation:
Electric and hybrid vehicles:
-all electric vehicles (battery only)
-gasoline electric hybrid cars
-plug in hybrid electric vehicle
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nuclear, coal and natural gas power plants
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industries that use the most energy are those that produce petroleum, chemical, cement, steel, aluminum, and paper and wood products
what are industries: all facilities and equipment used to produce, process, or assemble goods
Ways for the industry to save money and fuel:
-more energy-efficient variable speed electric motors
-recycling materials
-implementing energy efficiency in offices.
-cogeneration
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priorities:
- improving energy efficiency and reducing energy waste
-decreasing our dependence on nonrenewable energy
-relying more on a mix of renewable energy
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