Renewable energy

What is renewable energy?

• Energy from fossil fuels

• Energy that will run out in the future

• Energy that can be naturally replenished

• Energy generated by burning gas

Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?

• Wind

• Solar energy

• Coal

• Geothermal energy

What is a major benefit of renewable energy?

• It increases air pollution

• It reduces greenhouse gas emissions

• It is always cheaper

• It works better with fossil fuels

What is a challenge when using solar and wind energy?

• They operate 24/7 without interruption

• They produce toxic waste

• They depend on weather conditions

• They are easy to store

What is geothermal energy?

• Energy from plants

• Energy from ocean waves

• Energy from the heat within the Earth

• Energy from wind movement

How does hydropower generate electricity?

• By using batteries

• By using steam

• By burning water

• By using flowing water

Why can hydropower energy be harmful to the environment?

• It causes air pollution

• It requires fossil fuels

• It disrupts river ecosystems

• It uses groundwater

How does a solar panel work?

• By storing sunlight in batteries

• By converting sunlight into electricity

• By heating water directly

• By reflecting sunlight to the ground

What can help solve the problem of energy intermittency in renewables?

• Using diesel generators

• Building more fossil fuel plants

• Installing battery storage

• Stopping energy use at night

What is the overall message of the video?

• Renewable energy is too expensive to use

• Renewable energy has no downsides

• Renewable energy is a cleaner and more sustainable alternative

• Fossil fuels are better for the future