Geog Flashcards
What is Non-renewable energy?
Non-renewable energy comes from sources that will run out or will not be replenished for thousands or even millions of years.
What is Renewable energy?
energy from a source that is not depleted when used, such as wind or solar power.
What is Recyclable energy?
Recyclable energy is energy that can be reused.
Examples of Non-renewable energy
Gas oil and coal are non renewable energy resources.
Examples of Renewable energy
wind HEP and
solar
Examples of recyclable energy
biogasplants
Why did the UK coal industry decline?
There is cheaper imported coal, to get coal from under the uk it costs a lot and other renewable energy resources were available.
What are oil reserves?
Oil reserves are the amount of recoverable oil that can be extracted using today’s technology.