Types of energy
This typThis type of energy comes from natural sources that can be replenished, like wind and solar. e of energy comes from natural sources that can be replenished, like wind and solar.
renewable energy
This term refers to the amount of greenhouse gases a person or company produces.
carbon footprint
The ability of a system to use energy effectively without wasting it is called this.
efficiency
This term refers to energy sources that do not run out, such as wind and sunlight.
renewable energy
This object is used to store electrical energy for later use.
A battery
This energy source comes from burning coal, oil, or natural gas.
fossil fuels
Cutting down forests for agriculture or industry is called this.
deforestation
This is the system that delivers electricity to homes and businesses.
The act of using less energy to reduce waste is called this.
efficiency
Power plants rely on this system to distribute electricity to homes.
The grid
This energy is generated by water moving through dams.
hydroelectricity
Rising global temperatures and extreme weather patterns are caused by this.
climate change
This form of energy is generated in power plants that split atoms.
nuclear energy
This type of energy has been criticized for producing radioactive waste.
Large reservoirs and dams are needed to produce this type of electricity.
hydroelectricity
This form of energy uses the sun's rays to generate power.
solar power
The variety of plant and animal life in an ecosystem is called this.
biodiversity
A rechargeable device that stores energy for later use is called this.
battery
A lifestyle that meets today’s needs without harming future generations follows this principle.
sustainability
Solar panels capture and convert sunlight into this type of energy
Solar power
This type of renewable energy comes from harnessing the power of moving air.
wind energy
Efforts to protect natural resources and prevent their destruction are called this.
conservation
The process of making old resources new again, such as using recycled materials, is called this.
renewable
Scientists say reducing this personal environmental measure can help slow climate change.
carbon footprint
Wind farms use massive turbines to generate this kind of power.