According to the Worldwatch Institute: Driven by the gathering sense of a climate crisis, the notion of “green jobs”-especially in the renewable energy sector-is now receiving unprecedented attention. Currently about 2.3 million people worldwide work either directly in renewables or… Continue Reading
]Which of the following best describes the changes involved in a fusion reaction? The nucleus of an atom splits into fragments, releasing a large amount of energy. The nucleus of an atom splits into fragments, absorbing a large amount of… Continue Reading
The horrible events in Japan raise an important question. Nuclear fission power has many risks, waste by-products being a big one, not to mention instability in processing, risks of explosion, etc. Nuclear fusion technology is less unstable (potentially) and doesn’t… Continue Reading
With only the most important facts? I just need the general information on geothermal energy. Geothermal power (from the Greek roots geo, meaning earth, and thermos, meaning heat) is power extracted from heat stored in the earth. This geothermal energy… Continue Reading
A lot of people, including John McCain, think nuclear power is the best solution to the US’s energy problems. However, the cost of nuclear power has been skyrocketting. From 2000 through October 2007, nuclear power plant construction costs — mainly… Continue Reading
"The Tennessee Valley Authority has asked the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for an operating license at the Rhea County site, however, the Sierra Club, the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, the Tennessee Environmental Council, the Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League, and… Continue Reading
I am looking into different sources of alternative energy. I am trying to figure out which ones are viable and which ones are not and the pros and cons. Can you tell me the pros and cons of these following… Continue Reading
Summary Of The Waxman-Markey Climate Bill: American Clean Energy and Security Act. June 27th, 2009 • Related • Filed Under Some of the key points of the American Clean Energy & Security Act from Grist, since they know better than… Continue Reading
Question 9 2 points Save Acid rain is caused by ___________ and results in ____________. Question 9 answers chlorofluorocarbons from refrigerators; a decrease in the ozone layer. hydrochloric acid from power plants; "bleaching" lakes and trees. carbon dioxide air pollution;… Continue Reading
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