Question

difference between conventional and nonconventional sources of energy

Answer 1

Give four points of difference between conventional and non-conventional sources of energy. Conventional sources of energy (e.g. coal, petroleum and natural gas) are non-renewable sources of energy. ... They do not cause any pollution (e.g. solarenergy, geothermal energy etc.)

Answer 2

BASIS FOR COMPARISON CONVENTIONAL SOURCES OF ENERGY NON-CONVENTIONAL SOURCES OF ENERGY

Meaning Conventional sources of energy are the sources that are commonly in use since long time. Non-conventional sources of energy refers to the sources that are identified few decades ago.

Exhaustible They can be exhausted due to over consumption. They cannot be exhausted.

Pollution They pollute environment, on a large scale and adds to global warming. They are environment friendly sources, which does not causes pollution.

Use They are primarily used for industrial and commercial purposes. They are mainly used for domestic purposes.

Expense Costly. Comparatively less expensive.