Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy
Renewable energy refers to energy derived from sources that are naturally
replenished, such as sunlight, wind, water, and biomass. Unlike fossil fuels,
renewable energy is sustainable, environmentally friendly, and plays a crucial role
in
combating climate change and reducing dependence on finite resources.
Uses: Powering homes, heating water, and even large-scale solar farms.
Benefits: Abundant, reduces electricity bills, and requires minimal maintenance.
Wind Energy
Harnessed through wind turbines that convert kinetic energy from wind into
electricity.
Uses: Generating power in wind-rich areas like plains and coastal regions.
Benefits: Cost-effective and produces no greenhouse gases during operation.
Hydropower
Uses the flow of water to generate electricity, often through dams or rivers.
Some renewable energy systems, like wind farms, need large areas of land.
Environmental Concerns