Non-renewable energy sources Nuclear power-The main nuclear fuels are uranium and plutonium, both of which are radioactive metals. Nuclear fuels are not burned to release energy. Instead, heat is released from changes in the nucleus. Coal, oil and natural gas, just as with power stations, burning these fossil fuels, creates heat energy which is used to boil water. The kinetic energy in the expanding steam spins turbines, which drive generators to produce electricity or other energy. Renewable energy sources Solar: Energy from sunlight is captured in solar panels and converted into electricity. Wind: Wind turbines (modern windmills) turn wind energy into electricity. Tidal: The movement of tides drives turbines. Wave: The movement of seawater in and out of a cavity on the shore compresses trapped air, driving a turbine. Geothermal: Heat from the earth. Steam can be used for heating or to power turbines creating electricity. Hydrological: Energy harnessed from the movement of water through rivers, lakes and dams. Biomass: Decaying plant or animal waste. An organic material, which can be burned to provide energy, eg heat, or electricity. Wood: Obtained from felling trees, burned to generate heat and light. Biomass and Wood can only be considered renewable IF crops, plants and trees are replanted. Energy Statistics for Northern Ireland ... applies to Belfast too The Energy in Northern Ireland report is a new publication, first published in March 2016, which aims to provide a comprehensive and accessible overview of key statistics and information relating to energy in Northern Ireland. (Source) Climate The climate can affect how much energy we use and what for. For example in American cities they would use more electricity for air conditioning where as in Belfast it is cooler so we would use more energy for heating.
Low Carbon and Renewable Energy Economy (LCRE) statistics Energy Sector Enterprises
Electricity Consumption (Belfast highlighted) Renewable Electricity
When evaluating energy sources you must consider:
Depending on what the energy source is it can create jobs for people and improve lifestyles. References:
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