Lesson 10a - Fossil Fuel Alternatives Flashcards
1
Q
What is carbon neutrality?
A
Process/Action that results in no net release of carbon into the atmosphere
2
Q
What is renewable energy?
A
Forms of energy which are naturally replenished on a human timescale
3
Q
What is recyclable energy?
A
Forms of energy + waste that can be reused to generate more electricity
4
Q
Which factors limit the capacity of renewables to overtake FF?
A
Costs
Resource Deposits
Energy Security
Physical Geography
NIMBY
5
Q
What is a NIMBY view?
A
Not In My BackYard
Supports principle until it involves them
