Pros and Cons of energy resources

-Pros and Cons of Energy

Usage

-Energy Conservation

1st Energy Source

Fossil Fuels!

Pros of using Fossil Fuels

Problems with using Fossils Fuels:

1- “Greenhouse” gases contribute to
global warming

2- Oil Spills

3- Fracking

4- Coal Ash Spills

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of fossil fuel?

• Oil

• Natural gas

• Coal

• Biomass

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is mentioned as an advantage of gas-fired power stations?

• They are very expensive to operate.

• They are not reliable.

• They are very efficient.

• They cannot be built in many places.

Multiple Choice

What is one of the advantages of using fossil fuels according to the text?

• They require a lot of space to build.

• They are difficult to transport.

• They can generate very large amounts of electricity cheaply.

• They are not efficient.

Multiple Choice

According to the material, what is an advantage of transporting oil and gas to power stations?

• It is a slow process.

• It is easy.

• It is highly polluting.

• It requires specialized infrastructure.

Multiple Choice

Where can a fossil-fuelled power station be built?

• Only in remote areas.

• Only in urban areas.

• Almost anywhere.

• Only offshore.

How Global Warming Works

Fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas)

Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

Effects of Global Warming

2. Increased Temperature

3. Habitat Damage and
Species Affected

4. Changes in Water Supply

1. Rising Sea Level

Multiple Choice

What is the primary greenhouse gas illustrated in the diagram that contributes to global warming?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

• Methane

Multiple Choice

According to the diagram, what are the sources of the greenhouse gas mentioned?

• Plants and animals

• Volcanic eruptions

• Fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas)

• Water vapor

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an effect of global warming?

• Rising Sea Level

• Increased Temperature

• Habitat Damage and Species Affected

• Decreased Ocean Salinity

Multiple Choice

What is one of the consequences of global warming on water supply?

• Improved water quality

• Increased water availability

• Changes in water supply

• Stabilization of groundwater levels

Multiple Choice

How does global warming affect animal habitats?

• It creates new habitats for animals

• It has no significant impact on animal habitats

• It damages habitats and affects species

• It increases biodiversity

Oil spills

Fracking- Natural Gas

► -Breaking open rocks to release

natural gases inside

Problems with Fracking

►

Pollutes Groundwater

►

Uses water supply to break rocks

►

Can cause earthquakes

Coal Ash

►

A toxic water from burning coal.

►

Contains toxins like arsenic, lead, mercury

►

Can cause cancer, heart disease, stroke, and permanent
brain damage in children

Multiple Choice

What is coal ash?

• A) A type of clean energy source.

• B) A toxic water from burning coal.

• C) A method of coal mining.

• D) A renewable resource.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following toxins is NOT mentioned as a component of coal ash in the material?

• A) Arsenic

• B) Lead

• C) Carbon dioxide

• D) Mercury

Dan River Coal Ash Spill

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Eden, North Carolina February 2, 2014

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A coal power plant dumped 39,000 tons of coal ash

►

Five years later, Duke Power is still working to clean up
the spillage

One year later

Multiple Choice

When did the Dan River Coal Ash Spill occur?

• February 2, 2013

• February 2, 2014

• February 2, 2015

• February 2, 2016

Multiple Choice

How many tons of coal ash were dumped into the Dan River by a coal power plant?

• 29,000 tons

• 39,000 tons

• 49,000 tons

• 59,000 tons

Multiple Choice

How many years after the spill was Duke Power still working to clean up the spillage?

• Three years later

• Four years later

• Five years later

• Six years later

2nd Energy Source

Nuclear Energy

Multiple Choice

What is the process called where two small atoms combine to form a larger atom, releasing energy?

• Nuclear fission

• Nuclear fusion

• Chemical reaction

• Atomic absorption

Pros of Using Nuclear Energy

- No greenhouse pollution!
- Costs of production are low
- Safest way of producing electricity
- Lots of energy
- Can produce energy 24/7

Cons of Using Nuclear Power-
Radioactive Waste

► Radioactive Waste has to be stored

under ground/under water, causing
leaks into waterways

► Power plants have failed, leaking

radiation in communities

► Fukushima, Japan (2011): evacuation of

½ million people

► Chernobyle, Ukraine (1986): evacuation

of 220,000 people

► Three Mile Island, Pennsylvania (1978):

largest leak in US history

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT listed as a pro of using nuclear energy?

• No greenhouse pollution

• High costs of production

• Safest way of producing electricity

• Can produce energy 24/7

Multiple Choice

According to the slide, how does nuclear energy impact greenhouse gas emissions?

• It increases greenhouse gas emissions.

• It has no impact on greenhouse gas emissions.

• It reduces greenhouse gas emissions significantly.

• It eliminates greenhouse gas emissions.

Multiple Choice

What is one of the benefits of nuclear energy in terms of energy production, as mentioned in the slide?

• It produces a limited amount of energy.

• It can only produce energy during the daytime.

• It can produce energy continuously, 24/7.

• It is the most expensive way to produce energy.

Multiple Choice

Which nuclear power plant incident led to the evacuation of half a million people in Japan in 2011?

• Three Mile Island, Pennsylvania

• Chernobyl, Ukraine

• Fukushima, Japan

• None of the above

3rd Energy Source

Biomass

Pros of Using Biomass

► It’s renewable

► Cheap

► Creates a lot

of energy

Problems with using biomass

► Cutting down trees

► Air pollution

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of biomass according to the images in the slide?

• Sunflower

• Wood chips

• Coal

• Grass

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not listed as a pro of using biomass?

• It's renewable

• It's expensive

• It's cheap

• It creates a lot of energy

Multiple Choice

What is a benefit of using biomass for energy?

• It pollutes the air

• It is non-renewable

• It creates a lot of energy

• It is scarce

Multiple Choice

What are two problems associated with using biomass as mentioned in the learning material?

• Deforestation and water pollution

• Cutting down trees and air pollution

• Soil erosion and noise pollution

• Overfishing and air pollution

4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th

Energy Sources

Geothermal, Solar, Wind, and

Hydropower

Pros of using Geothermal,
Solar, Wind, and Hydropower

► No air pollution!!

► Renewable!!

► In the long run can save money!

Hydroelectric Power Plant

Problems with wind power

Problems with Geothermal
and Solar

► Solar: sunlight is not

consistent/ always
available

► Geothermal: only

usable in certain
areas of the world

Multiple Choice

What is one of the pros of using Geothermal, Solar, Wind, and Hydropower energy sources?

• They produce a lot of air pollution.

• They are non-renewable.

• They can save money in the long run.

• They are expensive to maintain.

Multiple Choice

Which environmental benefit is associated with Geothermal, Solar, Wind, and Hydropower energy sources?

• They cause air pollution.

• They lead to deforestation.

• They do not cause air pollution.

• They result in high carbon emissions.

Multiple Choice

How do dams alter river habitats upstream?

• They create dry conditions

• They cause flooding

• They improve water quality

• They have no significant impact

Multiple Choice

What is one of the problems with wind power as it relates to wildlife?

• Wind turbines provide shelter for wildlife.

• Wind turbines can be a threat to flying wildlife.

• Wind turbines promote biodiversity.

• Wind turbines are a source of food for wildlife.

Multiple Choice

What do neighbors often report as a problem with wind power?

• The color of the wind turbines.

• The height of the wind turbines.

• Noise from the wind turbines.

• The smell of the wind turbines.

Multiple Choice

What is a concern some people have about the appearance of wind turbines?

• They are too modern looking.

• They are often painted in bright colors.

• Some people don't like how they look.

• They resemble historical landmarks.

Multiple Choice

What is a problem associated with solar energy?

• High installation costs

• Can cause earthquakes

• Sunlight is not consistent/always available

• Difficult transportation

Multiple Choice

Why is geothermal energy not usable everywhere?

• Steam can run out

• Specific location needed

• High installation costs

• Can cause earthquakes

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of geothermal energy?

• Sunlight is not consistent/always available

• Steam can run out

• Difficult transportation

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

What is a potential risk of geothermal energy that is not a risk with solar energy?

• Specific location needed

• High installation costs

• Can cause earthquakes

• Sunlight is not consistent/always available

Overall Big Issues with
Obtaining ALL TYPES OF
ENERGY

Natural Resources are being
depleted

How Can We Help?

► Reduce: use less (find alternatives to using

natural resources)

► Recycle: make things from old materials

(reprocessing resources like metals)

► Reuse: Use Again

► Conservation: preventing loss of resource

What are some ways you can
help reduce the amount of
energy you use?

Multiple Choice

What does "Reduce" mean in the context of environmental conservation?

• Use resources more efficiently

• Use less by finding alternatives to using natural resources

• Make things from new materials

• Protect species from extinction

Multiple Choice

What is the process of "Recycle" referring to?

• Using things multiple times without any changes

• Preventing the loss of resources

• Making things from old materials like reprocessing metals

• Using more resources to save money

Multiple Choice

What does "Reuse" encourage us to do?

• Create new products from scratch

• Use things again

• Dispose of things after a single use

• Reduce the production of goods