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Nuclear is about the same as fossil fuel in total costs, but more expensive to build the plant. Solar and wind power are more expensive and have to be subsidised to make them economic for power companies to use

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Why shouldn't the government increase alternative energy incentives in the US?

Cost too much/ineffective (too low power)


Why alternative energy resources are not widely used?

In some cases, or even in most, alternative energy is expensive to produce. Energy such as coal or gas, which can be found in the earth are far less expensive to obtain. Solar heating panels can heat your whole home but few can afford the $5-6000 it would cost.


Does alternative energy like solar power cost less than normal power?

Yes it does. First it costs you $money to put it in but after that all the money is your gain for if you make extra solar power through your panels then it will go back to the power station and they will pay you. another way is if you use batteries you don't have to buy power from the main power station and in the long run you are helping the environment. All for the better!


What solar panel manufacturer offers the most cost-effective panels?

Sun Power solar panels offers a very efficient alternative energy plan. Offering a 40% discount on solar panels, Sun Power should prove to be a very cost efficient answer to meet your energy saving needs.


Would you spend more money on alternative energy sources?

I would. Alternative energy would cost more in the short term, but in the long term, it evens out.


Is there an alternative to nuclear power that you could use?

Renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydropower can be sustainable alternatives to nuclear power. These sources produce electricity without greenhouse gas emissions and have the potential to provide a significant portion of our energy needs. However, the feasibility of each alternative depends on factors like location, infrastructure, and cost.


How do you use alternative energy in a sentence?

We are interested in increasing our use of alternative energy, and have been considering getting solar panels for our house. Alternative energy tax credits may mean that the cost will be lower when we get a tax rebate after buying solar panels.


How does solar power help humans?

Solar Power is an inexhaustible alternative energy source. Because the sun will never run out, we can use solar power for power. And even though solar panels cost a lot, the sun's power is free! However, at night or during long periods of bad weather, we will need another energy source to rely on.


Which alternative energy source has the greatest benefits?

Wind power I should think. Power from the ocean (wave or tidal) has some potential but has not been developed yet. Solar seems to me to be limited because daylight hours are limited, and we need power after dark


What are some good sources of Alternative Energy?

Other than what? Please clarify.Common energy sources (for technological purposes) are fossil fuels (petroleum and coal), nuclear energy, as well as solar energy, wind energy, hydraulic (water) energy, and many others.


Which alternative energy source do you think should developed in the future explain.?

I consider that the nuclear energy is a chance for the future.


Nuclear Power vs other sources of energy what are the dangers benefits to the alternative sources of energy?

I don't see how nuclear power can be either a benefit or a danger to alternative sources of energy, they are not related. Nuclear energy has the benefit of providing power for a long time at low fuel cost. The only problem is the high start up cost. Wind is dangerous because of icing and fires. Hydroelectric destroys homes and natural habitats. Natural Gas and Oil are extremely expensive the whole time while in use. Coal puts off more radiation than nuclear energy in coal -ash. The only safe alternative is solar. The only problem with solar is the lack of power generated in the amount of space taken up, not efficient. Nuclear waist is not a problem in my opinion ether. We lived with it below ground before we discovered it why not put it back where we found it.