Comparing Energy Resources

List two pros and two cons for Biomass energy.

• Pros: Renewable, reduces waste Cons: Can cause deforestation, may produce air pollution

• Pros: Non-renewable, increases greenhouse gases Cons: Cheap, unlimited supply

• Pros: Expensive, not widely available Cons: No emissions, no land use

• Pros: Only used in cars, not for electricity Cons: Increases fossil fuel use, not sustainable

List two pros and two cons for Geothermal energy.

• Pros: Renewable, low emissions Cons: Location specific, high initial cost

• Pros: Non-renewable, high emissions Cons: Widely available, low cost

• Pros: Causes pollution, expensive Cons: Unlimited supply, easy installation

• Pros: Fossil fuel based, unreliable Cons: No environmental impact, low efficiency

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List two pros and two cons for Uranium-nuclear energy.

• Pros: High energy output, low greenhouse gas emissions Cons: Radioactive waste, risk of nuclear accidents

• Pros: Unlimited fuel supply, no radioactive waste Cons: High greenhouse gas emissions, low energy output

• Pros: Low cost, renewable resource Cons: Causes air pollution, limited fuel supply

• Pros: No waste produced, completely safe Cons: Expensive to build, produces carbon dioxide

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List two pros and two cons for Wind energy.

• Pros: Renewable, reduces greenhouse gases Cons: Intermittent, can impact wildlife

• Pros: Non-renewable, increases pollution Cons: Cheap, easy to install

• Pros: Expensive, limited supply Cons: No environmental impact, always available

• Pros: Uses fossil fuels, produces waste Cons: Noisy, not scalable

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List two pros and two cons for Solar energy.

• Pros: Renewable, reduces electricity bills Cons: Weather dependent, high initial cost

• Pros: Non-renewable, increases pollution Cons: Cheap installation, unlimited supply

• Pros: Causes global warming, expensive to maintain Cons: Not available at night, pollutes water

• Pros: Uses fossil fuels, produces noise Cons: Low efficiency, high carbon emissions

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List two pros and two cons for Propane energy.

• Pros: Clean burning, portable fuel Cons: Non-renewable, emits greenhouse gases

• Pros: Unlimited supply, no emissions Cons: Expensive, not portable

• Pros: Renewable, solar powered Cons: No emissions, not efficient

• Pros: Free, easy to store Cons: No uses, highly toxic

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Fill in the blank: Provide a brief description or use of Hydropower.

• Hydropower is energy produced from moving water, typically used to generate electricity.

• Hydropower is energy produced from sunlight, mainly used for heating.

• Hydropower is energy produced from wind, commonly used to power vehicles.

• Hydropower is energy produced from burning fossil fuels, mainly used for cooking.

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Fill in the blank: Provide a brief description or use of Coal.

• Coal is a fossil fuel used primarily for electricity generation and steel production.

• Coal is a renewable energy source used for making plastic.

• Coal is a type of metal used in jewelry making.

• Coal is a liquid fuel used in car engines.

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Fill in the blank: Provide a brief description or use of Natural gas.

• Natural gas is a fossil fuel used for heating, electricity generation, and as a fuel for vehicles.

• Natural gas is a renewable energy source primarily used for making plastics.

• Natural gas is a type of mineral used in jewelry making.

• Natural gas is a solid fuel used mainly in the construction industry.

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Describe: Provide a brief description or use of Petroleum.

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