Wind, Solar and Geothermal Flashcards
What are the disadvantages of wind turbines?
You need a high amount of them, they spoil the view, very noisy, they only transfer energy in certain conditions
What are the advantages of wind turbines?
Minimal running costs, no permanent damage to the environment, no fuel costs
What are the disadvantages of solar energy?
can’t increase the power output, only transfers energy in the daytime, initial costs are high
What are the advantages of solar energy?
very reliable, No pollution, running costs are very low
What are the advantages of Geothermal Power?
brilliant reliable free energy, little damage to the environment, can heat buildings directly
What are the disadvantages of Geothermal Power?
contains radioactive substances, high cost, very small percentage of locations it can be built