Analyze renewable and nonrenewable sources of energy.

Analysis should include the benefits and drawbacks of using

  • solar
  • wind
  • biomass
  • ocean (including tidal, wave, current, thermal)
  • geothermal
  • hydroelectric.

Analysis should also include the importance of energy storage.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is the difference between a renewable source of energy and a nonrenewable source?
  • What are the potential consequences of not being able to store energy?
  • How do renewable and nonrenewable sources relate to sustainability?