Renewable energy is any type of energy generation that isn't dependent on a limited resource like fossil fuels. Renewable energy may be used directly, such as solar ovens, geothermal heat pumps, or windmills. Other forms of renewable energy sources generate electricity, such as [solar power cells]?, wind generators, tidal waves and hydroelectric? power. Still other forms generate fuels, such as vegetable oils generated from biomass?. |
Renewable energy is any type of energy generation that isn't dependent on a limited resource like fossil fuels. Renewable energy may be used directly, such as solar ovens, geothermal heat pumps, or windmills. Other forms of renewable energy sources generate electricity, such as solar power cells, wind generators, tidal waves and hydroelectric power. Still other forms generate fuels, such as vegetable oils generated from biomass?. |
Iceland is a world leader in renewable energy due to its abundant hydro and geothermal energy sources. Over 99% of the country's electricity is from renewable sources and most of its urban household heating is geothermal. Israel is also notably as much of its household hot water is heated by solar means. These countries' successes are at least partly based on their geographical advantages. |