Ismail Kumail Green energy Renewable energy refers to energy that is generated from resources which are all

naturally replenished. (http://wiki.advantech.com/images/2/28/Renewable_Energy_Solutions.pdf) Solar energy is the energy derived from the sun through the form of solar radiation. Solar powered electrical generation relies on photovoltaics and heat engines. (http://wiki.advantech.com/images/2/28/Renewable_Energy_Solutions.pdf) The most radical increase in temperature was seen in the 20th century. The average temperature increased by a degree of Fahrenheit (1F). Moreover, at this period population growth as well as industrial development was at a peak. This caused pressure on increasing energy demand and therefore, exponential rise in carbon dioxide emissions. (http://www.renewablepowernews.com/archives/1413) Renewable energy resource development will result in new jobs for people and less oil we have to buy from foreign countries. According to the federal government, America spent $109 billion to import oil in 2000. If we fully develop self-renewing resources, we will keep the money at home to help the economy. (http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/story/chapter17.html) The use of renewable energy is not new. More than 150 years ago, wood, which is one form of biomass, supplied up to 90% of our energy needs. As the use of coal, petroleum, and natural gas expanded, we became less reliant on wood as an energy source. While there have been efforts from individuals for us to change our technologies and machinery to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, this change would cost billions if not trillions of dollars. Moreover, every major renewable energy source has drawn criticism, and the fossil fuel-based industries continue to grow. But as our technology improves, increased criticism coupled with growth serves as a reminder that best solution may have been voiced by the Union of Concerned Scientists: No single solution can meet our societys future energy needs. The solution instead will come from a family of diverse energy technologies that share a common thread they do not deplete our natural resources or destroy our environment. (http://wiki.advantech.com/images/2/28/Renewable_Energy_Solutions.pdf) The potential uses and applications of solar energy include solar panel designs for residential, commercial and industrial buildings to minimize thermal energy consumed. This includes the energy that is consumed by the occupants, as well as that which is embedded in the construction of the building. Solar water heating for domestic, recreational, institutional and industrial use is also quite useful, with broader applications for solar space heating as well. The most popular use though is undoubtedly for generating electricity (photovoltaic and solar thermal), ranging from small to medium- scale stand-alone applications to large-scale grid-connected applications. (http://wiki.advantech.com/images/2/28/Renewable_Energy_Solutions.pdf) President Obamas plan for a Green Energy Economy calls for one-fourth of the United States energy needs to be provided from renewable sources by 2025. While the need for renewable energy and lower carbon footprint is indisputable, Mulva said, the energy industry has not adequately conveyed to the public the necessity of sustainable fossil fuels. We need to work harder at engaging with stakeholders. We must convey that fossil fuels are vitally needed to bridge the gap to the future.

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