Energy

Obtaining Energy

• Solar energy is obtained using solar panels.
• Oil and natural gas is obtained by drilling.
• Natural gas can also be obtained by fracking.
• Nuclear energy is obtained by splitting atoms.
• Oil can also be drilled offshore.

Transforming Energy

• Oil is refined in an oil refinery.
• Coal is mined for fuel.
• Natural gas must also be transformed before it can be turned into energy.

Distributing Energy

• Oil is distributed by pipelines. 
• Oil can also be distributed by shipping it overseas..
• Electricity is distributed by power line.
• Electricity is converted in a power substation.

Non Renewable Energy

• Oil is a fossil fuel, meaning it will take years for it to replenish.
• Natural gas is also a fossil fuel.
• Coal is also a fossil fuel.
• Uranium is a fossil fuel as well.
• All fossil fuels are non renewable.

Renewable Energy

• Solar energy is renewable, meaning it will never run out..
• Wind energy is also renewable.
• Geothermal energy is renewable as well.
• Hydro power is renewable.
• And finally, Biomass is renewable.

Impacts

• Bio fuels are renewable, but they cost more energy than they make.
• Coal and oil can both cause air pollution when burned.
• Solar, wind, and hydro power all are renewable, but each cause minor issues
• Nuclear energy produces toxic waste.
• Geothermal is good, but is very expensive to use.

Conservation

• Don't run water while shaving/brushing teeth.
• Only do full laundry loads.
• Use microwave when possible.
• Turn off lights when leaving rooms.
• Set thermostats to 78° F in summer, 68° F in winter.

Works Cited

• "Energy Source Comparison." Energy 4 Me. Society of Petroleum Engineers, 2014. Web. 3 Dec. 2014. .

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