The Energy Matrix

The main reasons we are looking for alternative energy is because we as a country need to find new energy sources that aren’t so harmful and we also need to try to preserve our natural resources. Some alternative energies are wind power, solar power, geothermal energy and hydroelectric energy.
Wind power energy utilizes the strength of wind to turn wind turbines blades. An electrical generator is used to convert the turning of the turbine blades into energy. One of the biggest upsides of wind power energy is that it produces no pollution. A downside is since it relies solely on wind power, if there is a day with little wind then we will only have a little bit of energy to use.
Solar power comes from the sun and we mainly use it for cooking, heating and creating energy. Solar cells are used to trap sun rays which are then converted to useable energy. An upside of solar power is that it is renewable. Solar power can only diminish if the sun burns out, which is billions of years from now. A negative side of solar energy is that it only works if the sun is shining, therefore night time will really place a limit on the amount energy produced.

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