Renewable Energy Sources:
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Solar Energy: Solar energy is abundant and reduces electricity bills, but its production can be affected by weather and requires land use. It greatly reduces greenhouse gas emissions, positively impacting the environment and community health.
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Wind Energy: Wind energy is clean and sustainable, reducing dependency on fossil fuels, but can cause noise pollution and harm bird populations. It creates jobs and contributes to energy independence, benefiting local economies.
Non-Renewable Energy Sources:
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Natural Gas: Natural gas burns cleaner than coal, leading to lower carbon emissions, but can contribute to methane leaks, a potent greenhouse gas. It supports economic growth and energy stability but poses risks to water quality through fracking.
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Coal: Coal is abundant and provides accessible energy, but it's the dirtiest fossil fuel, leading to severe air pollution and harmful health impacts. Its extraction can devastate landscapes and ecosystems, raising significant environmental concerns.