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Read about different types of renewable energy

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As we continue to become more aware of our impact on the environment, scientists are working to find new ways to save and make energy. It is important for future generations to learn about things such as renewable energy in order to lessen their impact on the Earth. Renewable energy sources include all types of energy and fuel that can be renewed as opposed to fossil fuels such as oil. Renewable energy includes solar, wind, geothermal, hydropower, and biomass.
Solar Energy
Solar energy is a powerful source of energy and can be used different ways. Solar energy can be used as an energy source as well as a heat source. Many utility companies are starting to use photovoltaics, a process in which solar energy is directly converted to electricity using photovoltaic devices. Solar energy has a lot of promise however drawbacks include the manner in which solar energy arrives at the surface of the Earth, and the large area that is needed to efficiently collect the energy.
Wind Energy
Wind is basically air in motion and scientists have begun harvesting wind to create power. Today's windmills are much more efficient than those of the past and are able to collect kinetic energy from the wind, creating power.
Hydro Energy
Hydropower is a reliable, renewable, and clean source of energy that converts the kinetic energy produced by falling water into electricity. Hydropower does not consume any more water than is produced by nature, making it a promising form of renewable energy. It is also one of the oldest methods used by the human race for creating electricity. To generate electricity, water must be moving at a sufficient volume and speed to cause a generator to turn. Often, dams are used to increase the force of moving water.
Geothermal Energy
Geothermal energy is an efficient way to produce heat in small applications given that consumers need to be located near the source of the heat. Geothermal energy is basically heat from the Earth, and is an important source of energy that has many advantages over nuclear and fossil sources of energy. The heat created by the Earth can be used as a source of energy in many ways from small pumping stations to large power stations. Geothermal energy can be found nearly anywhere and tapping into it has proven to be a sustainable and affordable alternative to fossil fuels. Geothermal energy can be captured with binary, flash, and dry steam power plants.
Biomass Energy
Biomass is organic material that has sunlight stored in the form of chemical energy. Biomass fuels include straw, wood waste, wood, sugar cane, manure, and other byproducts produced from different agricultural processes. Biomass is considered a renewable form of energy because the energy contained within it is produced in part by photosynthesis. Biomass is sort of considered a battery that can store solar energy indefinitely. There are many types of biomass and many ways that it can be used to provide energy.
Conserving Energy
While it is important to teach kids about the different forms of renewable energy, it is also important that they know about nonrenewable energy, which is still mainly used today. When kids are informed of the consequences of using nonrenewable energy, they can do their part to help with conservation. Kids can be engaged through hands on activities, so teach them about different things they can do at home and within their communities to contribute to conservation.
More Information on Renewable Energy for Kids

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As we continue to become more aware of our impact on the environment, scientists are working to find new ways to save and make energy. It is important for future generations to learn about things such as renewable energy in order to lessen their impact on the Earth.

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Watch this video about renewable energy

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Does it smell?

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Energy from the sun

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Where does this energy come from?

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How does it work?

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