Renewable energy

1. What is renewable energy

• a) Energy that comes from natural resources that are replenished over time
• b) Energy that can only be used once and then disappears
• c) Energy that comes from non-renewable resources like fossil fuels

2. Name some examples of renewable energy sources. a) Solar power, wind power, hydropower, geothermal power, and biomass. b) Coal, oil, and natural gas. c) Nuclear power and hydrocarbons.

• a) Coal, oil, and natural gas
• b) Nuclear power and hydrocarbons
• c) Solar power, wind power, hydropower, geothermal power, and biomass

3. How does renewable energy differ from non-renewable energy sources

• a) Renewable energy sources are sustainable and can be used indefinitely, while non-renewable sources are finite and will eventually run out
• b) Renewable energy sources are more expensive than non-renewable sources
• c) Renewable energy sources are less efficient than non-renewable sources

4. What has contributed to the increasing popularity of renewable energy in recent years

• a) The availability of cheap fossil fuels
• b) Concerns about climate change and the environmental impact of fossil fuels
• c) The lack of government support for renewable energy

5. Why are governments and businesses investing in renewable energy

• a) To meet their energy needs without concern for the environment
• b) To increase profits
• c) To reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote a more sustainable future

6. What are some challenges associated with renewable energy sources

• a) Renewable energy sources are less reliable than non-renewable sources
• b) Renewable energy sources are too expensive to be practical
• c) Solar and wind power can be intermittent, hydropower can have negative environmental impacts

7. What is one negative environmental impact associated with hydropower

• a) Releasing large amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere

• b) Contaminating soil and water with toxic chemicals

• c) Affecting fish populations and altering waterways

8. Despite the challenges, what makes renewable energy a promising option

• a) Its low cost compared to non-renewable sources
• b) Its potential to meet our energy needs while reducing our impact on the environment
• c) Its ability to provide a more reliable energy supply than non-renewable sources

9. What factors are contributing to the growth of the renewable energy sector

• a) Government regulations limiting the use of non-renewable sources
• b) Technological improvements and decreasing costs
• c) Increasing demand for non-renewable sources

10. What can we expect for the future of renewable energy

• a) Decreased investment as non-renewable sources become more readily available
• b) Limited growth due to the challenges associated with renewable energy sources
• c) Continued growth as technology improves and costs come down