Renewable Energy Sources

Renewable Energy Sources   Renewable power is   booming , as innovation brings down costs and starts to deliver on the promise of a   clean energy future . American solar and wind generation are breaking records and being integrated into the national   electricity grid   without compromising reliability. This means that renewables are increasingly displacing  “dirty” fossil fuels  in the power sector, offering the benefit of  lower emissions of carbon  and other types of pollution. But not all sources of energy marketed as “renewable” are beneficial to the environment.  Biomass  and  large hydroelectric dams  crate difficult trade-offs when considering the impact on wildlife, climate change, and other issues. Here’s what you should know about the different types of renewable energy sources—and how    you can use these emerging technologies in your own home.      What is renewable energy? Renewable ...