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Why is biomass energy better than other alternative energy sources?
Here you will be able to find out why.
With Elizabeth, Bryn, Savannah, & Shaun
Geothermal Energy-
The main disadvantage of geothermal energy is that it may be hard to find a substantial area for witch geothermal energy can be used for its maximum potential. In order for geothermal energy to work, you need to have a large and constant heat source. The problem with this is that there are only so many of those places on earth. It also doesn’t produce as much energy as Biomass energy, therefore making it a less-effective alternative energy source.
Solar Energy-
There are many disadvantages with solar energy. First of all, it is extremely expensive to make one solar panel. The energy transportation is also not very cost effective. In order for this alternative energy source to be effective, you would need a large area of land where the sun constantly hits these panels. This is difficult to find, and even then it only transforms a bit of the energy into electrical energy. The other disadvantage it that they only work while the sun is shining. The problem with this is that there are always clouds around and when night falls, it pretty much renders the solar panels useless.
Wind Turbines-
Wind turbines are also outclassed by biomass energy because of their own disadvantages. The first and most impacting disadvantage is that the wind is unreliable. Wind patterns constantly change, and many places don’t have enough wind support to manage a large wind farm. Another problem with this is that they are only cost effective in large numbers. Unfortunately for wind turbines, they cost a fortune, costing more than $100,000 EACH. The final disadvantage wind power has is that it can damage the environment. While spinning, the turbines produce a loud noise comparably to a small jet plane, which eventually leads to noise pollution. While building the farm, it is also dangerous for wildlife.
Hydrogen Fuel Cells-
Here we have an alternative energy source that has potential, but has decades until it has been perfected. Its first disadvantage it that Fuel cells are currently very expensive, but since they have a simple construction, mass production costs would become extremely low. Also, prototype hydrogen fuel cells last only 1/5th as long as would be needed to make fuel cells cost-effective. They are energy losers because it costs more to produce hydrogen than is earned by using hydrogen in fuel cells: Electricity generated by fuel cells in cars costs thousands of dollars per kilowatt: This would have to fall by a factor of 10 for fuel cells to become economically viable. This is why we believe that biomass energy is still a better alternative energy.
Hydroelectric power-
Hydroelectric power can be outclassed by biomass in a few key ways. First of all, Hydroelectric power can only be used around waterways with moving water. This means that finding a lake, stream, or river that can support a hydroelectric plant can be difficult. The second problem with it is that if a dam does break, the consequences can be extremely sever. This can be a huge risk if the dam is is not up kept, holds back to much water, or even is sabotaged. the third and final problem with it is that it can be harmful to the environment. first off, construction and clearing of the land can cause large amounts of erosion plus it threatens the surrounding wildlife. next, it can cut of water for the people, plants and animals downstream. lastly, if failure does occur, the people in need of the dam's electricity will have to go without it for a LONG time. this is why biomass, a reliable energy source, is a better form of alternative energy.
Here you will be able to find out why.
With Elizabeth, Bryn, Savannah, & Shaun
Geothermal Energy-
The main disadvantage of geothermal energy is that it may be hard to find a substantial area for witch geothermal energy can be used for its maximum potential. In order for geothermal energy to work, you need to have a large and constant heat source. The problem with this is that there are only so many of those places on earth. It also doesn’t produce as much energy as Biomass energy, therefore making it a less-effective alternative energy source.
Solar Energy-
There are many disadvantages with solar energy. First of all, it is extremely expensive to make one solar panel. The energy transportation is also not very cost effective. In order for this alternative energy source to be effective, you would need a large area of land where the sun constantly hits these panels. This is difficult to find, and even then it only transforms a bit of the energy into electrical energy. The other disadvantage it that they only work while the sun is shining. The problem with this is that there are always clouds around and when night falls, it pretty much renders the solar panels useless.
Wind Turbines-
Wind turbines are also outclassed by biomass energy because of their own disadvantages. The first and most impacting disadvantage is that the wind is unreliable. Wind patterns constantly change, and many places don’t have enough wind support to manage a large wind farm. Another problem with this is that they are only cost effective in large numbers. Unfortunately for wind turbines, they cost a fortune, costing more than $100,000 EACH. The final disadvantage wind power has is that it can damage the environment. While spinning, the turbines produce a loud noise comparably to a small jet plane, which eventually leads to noise pollution. While building the farm, it is also dangerous for wildlife.
Hydrogen Fuel Cells-
Here we have an alternative energy source that has potential, but has decades until it has been perfected. Its first disadvantage it that Fuel cells are currently very expensive, but since they have a simple construction, mass production costs would become extremely low. Also, prototype hydrogen fuel cells last only 1/5th as long as would be needed to make fuel cells cost-effective. They are energy losers because it costs more to produce hydrogen than is earned by using hydrogen in fuel cells: Electricity generated by fuel cells in cars costs thousands of dollars per kilowatt: This would have to fall by a factor of 10 for fuel cells to become economically viable. This is why we believe that biomass energy is still a better alternative energy.
Hydroelectric power-
Hydroelectric power can be outclassed by biomass in a few key ways. First of all, Hydroelectric power can only be used around waterways with moving water. This means that finding a lake, stream, or river that can support a hydroelectric plant can be difficult. The second problem with it is that if a dam does break, the consequences can be extremely sever. This can be a huge risk if the dam is is not up kept, holds back to much water, or even is sabotaged. the third and final problem with it is that it can be harmful to the environment. first off, construction and clearing of the land can cause large amounts of erosion plus it threatens the surrounding wildlife. next, it can cut of water for the people, plants and animals downstream. lastly, if failure does occur, the people in need of the dam's electricity will have to go without it for a LONG time. this is why biomass, a reliable energy source, is a better form of alternative energy.