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- https://bio.libretexts.org/Courses/Monterey_Peninsula_College/Raskoff_Environmental_Science/13%3A_Energy/13.09%3A_Renewable_Energy_SourcesThis page discusses various renewable energy sources, including hydropower, municipal solid waste, biomass, geothermal, solar, and wind energy. Hydropower is significant but can disrupt ecosystems, wh...This page discusses various renewable energy sources, including hydropower, municipal solid waste, biomass, geothermal, solar, and wind energy. Hydropower is significant but can disrupt ecosystems, while small-scale projects mitigate this. Biomass has carbon-neutral benefits but competes with food production. Geothermal energy has low emissions, and solar power is growing but poses manufacturing waste issues. Wind energy has minimal challenges but impacts wildlife.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Courses/Monterey_Peninsula_College/Raskoff_Environmental_Science/13%3A_Energy/13.12%3A_The_Electrical_Grid_Battery_Challenges_and_Energy_ConservationEnergy conservation refers to reducing energy waste and increasing efficiency. This can involve behaviors or technologies. Some have no cost, but others require financial investment.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Courses/Monterey_Peninsula_College/Raskoff_Environmental_Science/13%3A_Energy/13.15%3A_Geothermal_EnergyGeothermal energy refers to heat from deep within the Earth. It can be used to generate electricity. Additionally, cool temperatures underground (close to the surface) can directly to heat or cool bui...Geothermal energy refers to heat from deep within the Earth. It can be used to generate electricity. Additionally, cool temperatures underground (close to the surface) can directly to heat or cool buildings. While it is reliable and generates minimal air pollution, building geothermal power plants is costly and limited to specific locations.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Courses/Monterey_Peninsula_College/Raskoff_Environmental_Science/13%3A_Energy/13.10%3A_Solar_EnergySolar energy comes from the sun and can be used for lighting, heating, and electricity. Advantages of using solar energy are that it generates few air pollutants and contributes little to climate chan...Solar energy comes from the sun and can be used for lighting, heating, and electricity. Advantages of using solar energy are that it generates few air pollutants and contributes little to climate change; however, cost and limitations in battery capacity are disadvantages.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Biochemistry/Fundamentals_of_Biochemistry_(Jakubowski_and_Flatt)/Unit_IV_-_Special_Topics/32%3A_Biochemistry_and_Climate_Change/32.04%3A__Biofuels_A_-_Corn_and_Sugar_Cane_EthanolThe page provides an in-depth exploration of bioethanol production from corn and sugar cane, detailing the biochemical processes involved, environmental sustainability, and the socio-economic implicat...The page provides an in-depth exploration of bioethanol production from corn and sugar cane, detailing the biochemical processes involved, environmental sustainability, and the socio-economic implications. It outlines the components, enzymatic reactions, fermentation processes, and life cycle analyses essential for understanding bioethanol's potential as a biofuel.
