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Each type of energy source has its advantages and disadvantages.
To asses each source, complete the analysis table.
WORK SHEET
RENEWABLES and ALTERNATIVES
Each type of renewable or alternative energy source has it's advantages and disadvantages.
Consider each source in turn and complete the table below.
| Energy Source |
Source always available? |
Good points |
Bad points |
When/where is the source worth exploiting? |
| Solar heating |
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| Photovoltaics |
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| Wind |
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| Wave |
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| Biocrops & biomass |
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| Geothermal |
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| Energy from waste |
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| Landfill gas |
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| Hydropower |
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| Tides |
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For comparison, do the same for fossil fuels and nuclear energy.
| Energy Source |
For how long is the source available? |
Good points |
Bad points |
When/where is the source worth exploiting? |
| Coal |
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| Oil |
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| Natural gas |
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| Nuclear power |
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