Question

differentiate between renewable and non renewable source of energy? write the answer in 5 points

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Answer 1

Answer:

Renewable Resources

• The resources which cannot be exhausted even after continuous utilization is termed as renewable resources. Examples of renewable resources are the sun, wind, and tidal energy.

• Renewable resources cannot be depleted over time
• Renewable resources include sunlight, water, wind and also geothermal sources such as hot springs and fumaroles.
• Most renewable resources have low carbon emissions and carbon footprint.
• The upfront cost of renewable energy is high, but the “fuel” is free.
• Very high maintenance cost.
• Requires a large land/ offshore area, especially for wind farms and solar farms.

Non-Renewable Resources

• The resources which cannot be immediately replaced once they are depleted is called Non-renewable resources. Examples of Non-renewable resources include rare minerals typically found in meteorites and fossil fuels such as coal, petroleum and natural gas.
• Non-renewable resources deplete over time.
• Non-renewable energy includes fossil fuels such as coal and petroleum.
• Non-renewable energy has a comparatively higher carbon footprint and carbon emissions.
• Non-renewable energy has a comparatively more expensive cost – for implementation as well as for “fuel.”
• Comparatively low maintenance cost
• Comparatively lower area requirements