Kamsc future of energy webquest

solar power

converts energy from the sun into useable energy

sun is not always available, takes up space

disadvantages of solar power (2)

no carbon emissions, low maintanence

advantages to solar power (2)

geothermal energy

takes thermal energy from inside the earths crust to be used by humans

electricity

main use of solar power

wind power

usually found on farms, takes kenetic energy from the wind and turns it into electricity

cause noise, usually located far from cities, can disturb wildlife

disadvantages to wind power (3)

low in cost, sustainable

advantages to wind power (2)

hydroelectric power

energy captured from downward flowing water

disturbs fish, changes water temperature, construction process produces methane emissions

disadvantages of hydroelectric power (3)

low cost, minimal pollution, can be a backup during power outages

advantages to hydroelectric power (3)

nuclear energy

the process of splitting uranium atoms, which generates heat and then is converted into electricity through a generator

fission

the process of splitting uranium atoms

nuclear waste, high cost, safety concerns

disadvantages of nuclear energy (3)

reliable, creates jobs, minimal pollution

advantages of nuclear energy (3)

biomass energy

energy produced from living or once living organisms

tidal energy

energy from the surge of ocean waters during the rise and fall of tides or currents