Green energy is any type of energy harnessed from nonpolluting renewable resources such as solar, wind, geothermal, biomass, hydrogen, and wave or tidal action. These types of green energy are defined as energy sources that will never run out and provide clean energy that will no pollute the atmosphere.
⢠Wind: Large turbine blades that are mounted on towers measuring 100 feet in the air have the ability to harness the windâs energy. Wind turbines can be connected to a power grind to provide larger scale energy sources or can be used alone for smaller energy needs. Homeowners and farmer are now making use of this type of sustainable energy to save costs on their electricity.
⢠Geothermal: This energy is generated from the Earthâs core and is similar to steam you would see coming from a hot spring. Geothermal energy plants use steam from reservoirs to power turbines and generators. Others use hot water located just below the surface of the Earth and harness the vapors to turn the turbines which then activates the generators.
⢠Solar: Solar panels or cells convert the sunlight into electricity, and is used in homes and industry across the country. The solar panels can also be connected to a power grid to provide electricity of a larger scale.
⢠Biomass: Biomass is found in a thin layer on the surface of the earth, which is continually replenished. An example of biomass energy is burning wood, which is one of the largest biomass resources. A biomass energy plant can recycle products naturally through physical and chemical processes using plants, soil, and other living matter. This type of energy is only sustainable if the resource is not consumed faster than the replenishment.
⢠Wave Tidal: This type of energy comes in two forms from the ocean. Thermal energy gathered from the sunâs heat, and mechanical energy gathered from the tides and waves of the ocean. The sun heats the surface of the ocean to create thermal energy. Mechanical wave energy is created by the action of the water, while mechanical tidal energy comes from the gravitational pull of the moon.
⢠Hydrogen: This type of energy relies on a combination of elements, such as hydrogen and water. Hydrogen can produce high amounts of energy without the risk of pollution.
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