Solar energy
Biofuels
Advantages | Renewable Energy | Non-Renewable Energy |
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Environmental Impact | Low emissions of greenhouse gases and other pollutants | High emissions of CO2 and other pollutants |
Sustainability | Inexhaustible sources (solar, wind, water, biomass) | Finite resources (oil, coal, natural gas) |
Long-Term Cost | Decreasing costs due to technological advances | Rising costs due to scarce resources |
Energy Dependence | Reduces dependence on fossil fuel imports | Dependent on imported fossil resources |
Energy Security | Diversification and stability of supply | Risk of price and supply fluctuations due to geopolitical conflicts |
Public Health | Reduced negative impact on health thanks to less pollution | Health problems associated with air and water pollution |