Energy Resources

Fossil Fuels

Fossil fuels are burned to release chemical energy.

Biofuels

Biofuels come from plants and animals and can be burned to release energy.

Water Energy

Water can store Potential energy (like in dams or waves) and this energy can be used to generate electricity.

Geothermal Energy

Geothermal energy comes from heat inside the Earth.

Nuclear energy

Nuclear power uses special materials (like uranium) that release a lot of energy when they are split (called fission).

Solar Cells (panels)

Solar cells convert sunlight directly into electricity.

Solar Thermal Energy

Solar panels can also be used to heat water using sunlight.

Wind Energy

Wind energy is created by the movement of air caused by the Sun heating the Earth.