Renewable Energy

What is renewable energy?

• Energy obtained from sources that are naturally replenished in a short period of time

• Energy obtained from fossil fuels

• Energy obtained from non-renewable sources

• Energy obtained from nuclear power

What are the benefits of renewable energy?

• Reduces greenhouse gas emissions

• Increases dependency on fossil fuels

• Causes pollution

• Is finite and non-sustainable

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Which renewable energy source captures energy from the sun?

• Wind energy

• Hydroelectric energy

• Geothermal energy

• Solar energy

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Which renewable energy source harnesses power from the wind?

• Solar energy

• Hydroelectric energy

• Wind energy

• Geothermal energy

Which renewable energy source utilizes the power of flowing water?

• Geothermal energy

• Wind energy

• Hydroelectric energy

• Solar energy

Which renewable energy source extracts heat from the Earth's core?

• Biomass energy

• Geothermal energy

• Wind energy

• Solar energy

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Which renewable energy source is derived from organic materials?

• Geothermal energy

• Wind energy

• Biomass energy

• Solar energy

What are the challenges of renewable energy?

• Intermittency and high initial costs

• Infinite supply and low installation costs

• Dependence on fossil fuels and pollution

• Non-renewable and finite resources

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What are Oregon's renewable energy goals?

• To reach 50% renewable energy by 2040

• To increase carbon emissions

• To reduce energy consumption

• To discourage the adoption of renewable energy

What is the purpose of community solar programs in Oregon?

• To increase carbon emissions

• To reduce energy consumption

• To discourage the adoption of renewable energy

• To encourage local participation in renewable energy projects

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