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Environmental effects of wind power have been the subject of a number of studies. A European Commission report has found wind to have the lowest external costs, comprising human health impacts, building and crop damage, global warming, loss of amenities and ecological impact, when compared to coal, oil, gas, biomass, nuclear, hydro and photovoltaic electricity generation.[2]
Energy derived from wind power consumes no fuel, no water, and emits no air pollution. A study by Lenzen and Munksgaard of the University of Sydney and the Danish Institute for Local Governmental Studies finds that the energy consumed in manufacturing and transporting the materials used to build a wind power plant is paid back within months.[3]
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∙ 8y agoElectricity can harm the environment because when fossil fuels are burned, it creates carbon-dioxide which caused pollution. Most electricity is produced by burning fossil fuels like coal, oil and natural gases. Whenever fossil fuels are burnt they release carbon dioxide that has been stored in the fuel for millions of years. This carbon dioxide adds to the greenhouse gases in the environment that are contributing to global warming.
Most electricity is produced by burning fossil fuels like coal, oil and natural gas.
Whenever fossil fuel is burnt it releases carbon dioxide that has been stored in the fuel for millions of years. This carbon dioxide adds to the greenhouse gases in the environment that are contributing to global warming.
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∙ 14y agoMost electricity in the world is generated by burning coal, oil and natural gas. All these produce carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas, when they are burnt.
So the more electricity we use, the more we add to the greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, which are contributing to global warming, assuming you believe in that concept.
Man produces roughly 0.28% of all greenhouse gases and 4.8% of CO2. Nature produces the rest according to every science source available. The warmest year on record was 1999 and the second was 1938.
If electric power has an affect on the environment or temp in general there seems to be zero measurable impact, so the above would be speculation at best.
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∙ 11y agoMany air conditioners contain harmful chemicals such as hydrofluorocarbons which destroy the ozone layer. Air conditioners also use up large amounts of heat and electricity which can negatively affect the environment.
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∙ 9y agoThe AC generators have a positive effect to the environment. When used human beings are able to stop cutting trees as a source of fuel.
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∙ 15y agoIf fossil fuels are being burned, this produces CO2 which is thought to promote climate change
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What is the advantages of producing electricity using energy from the sun?
The advantage is producing electricity this way does not pollute the environment.
How do Nuclear Power plants help us?
By producing electricity, which we all use, and not producing carbon dioxide which is a greenhouse gas.
Does static electricity affect objects?
Yes, static electricity does affect objects.
What is nuclear energy best suited for?
Producing electricity
What does wind energy do?
Wind energy spins turbines producing electricity.
What is the advantages of producing electricity using energy from the sun?
The advantage is producing electricity this way does not pollute the environment.
How does teenage pregnancy affect the environment?
By producing more consumers.
How do humans affect the environment by pollution or recycling?
By producing green house Gases , polythenes
How does transportation affect the environment?
By burning fuel and producing green house gases
How can using resources for growing food or producing others goods and services affect the environment?
it replaces people
How you affect an animals habitat?
By Throwing Garbage In The Environment. Cutting Down Trees. Using to much Electricity.
How do Nuclear Power plants help us?
By producing electricity, which we all use, and not producing carbon dioxide which is a greenhouse gas.
What effects do alternative methods of producing electricity have on the environment?
There are various effects on the environment:hydro-electric dams flood large patches of river, often removing fertile land and even towns and villages. They may alter the spawning habitat for fish.tidal barrages may affect fish movements, and may cause a silt buildup.wind farms are producing complaints from neighbours for their background noise.all alternative, that is, renewable methods of producing electricity mean that less carbon dioxide is put into the atmosphere from the burning of fossil fuels.
Which one of Flemming's rules applies to electromagnets producing electricity?
which one of the flemmings rules applies to electromagnets producing electricity
What is the social studies definition of human enviromental interaction?
Human-environmental interaction in social studies refers to the ways in which humans and the environment affect each other. It encompasses how humans adapt to and modify their environment, as well as the impact of the environment on human life and society. This concept helps us understand the interconnected relationship between people and their surroundings.
Is electricity a direct or indirect cost?
It depends on various situations, if electricity is utilizing in factory for producing units of product then it is direct cost as much time work continues in factory as much electricity requires, but if it is in office room which has not concern with factory environment then it is not direct cost
How does dynamo produce electricity?
Can a dynamo be used without producing electricity??
