Renewable Energy in Colorado
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Nonrenewable vs. Renewable
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Pros and Cons
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Earth Science:
Hydroelectricity
Pros
Environmentally friendlier
Fuel is not burned so there is minimal pollution
Plays a major role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Solar
Harnessing solar energy does not cause pollution.
Available all over the world
Isn't harming climate, yet embracing it
Wind
Natural resource
Hydroelectricity
Cons
Breaks down landscape
Changes in reservoirs and stream water quality
Using up land to create the reservoirs and power
Requires space
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