CLEAN V. DIRTY ENERGY

CLEAN ENERGY:Biomass

What is Biomass Energy?
Biomass Energy is:
Renewable organic materials, such as wood, agricultural crops or wastes, and municipal wastes, especially when used as a source of fuel or energy. Biomass can be burned directly or processed into biofuels such as ethanol and methane.

THE PROS TO BIOMASS ENERGY SOURCES

• Made locally with minimul cost
• Produces green house gasses
• Converts waste into fuel
• Promotes energy independence
• Carbon Neutral

The Cons. . .

• Large areas of land are needed to create enough electricity to make biomass efficient.
• Some materials are not available all year around.
• The geography of a country limits the types of biomass used to create energy.
• If biomass is over used, than deforestation and other environmental problems can develop.....

"DIRTY" ENERGY: Nuclear

What is Nuclear a Energy?
Nuclear Energy:
electric or motive power generated by a nuclear reactor.

THE PROS OF NUCLEAR ENERGY...

• Relatively Low Costs
• Low Pollution
• High Energy Density

THE CONS...

• High construction costs due to complex radiation containment systems and procedures.
• High subsidies needed for construction and operation, as well as loan guarantees.
• High-known risks in an accident.
• Target for terrorism
• Waste lasts 200 – 500 thousand years.

BIOMASS USE: BILLION KILOWATT HOURS PER YEAR

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