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How much co2 is reduced annually due to alt. energy? Currently none and the plans are for none in the foreseeable future. Why? Because they have almost zero reductions available. They are feel good politics, not a useful tool today.
Wind.
Wind systems are predominantly based on a rated output from a 28 mph wind. Winds that are realistically rare. 14 mph is a far more common value. Unfortunately, power from wind is cubed. A 1000 kilowatt generator will only produce 100 kilowatts under this wind.
Even then the wind is far from consistent. As a result, fossil fuel systems must be brought online to supply power during the lulls in the wind. These systems take time to start. Because of this lag in start up and how quickly we can lose wind, these generators sit at standby. All pumping CO2 into the air with zero real generation (almost 100% waste). The net result? Wind has yet to shut down a single fossil fuel plant anywhere in the world.
Wind does have an ecological impact. Birds, bats and small flying creatures are killed by these monstrosities every day.
These systems are put in remote fields to increase the output power. Trees are removed and farmland taken away to place these generators. You lose a fair amount of power if a tree is nearby.
The wind systems are on remote locations and crews are driving all over our country (and planet) to fix these fairly high maintenance devices.
We are also ignoring the CO2 produced in the creation of these devices and their installation. Overall not a big CO2 saver.... possibly a CO2 generator overall.
Solar
The best thing that can be said about solar is that it makes wind look good. Let's look into the details behind solar.
The upfront CO2 costs are extremely high. The payback is about the same as the projected life of a solar panel. (20 years). The gases used in its production include CFC's, Arsenide, POLCOL and Phosgene (nerve gas). All these gases get vented into our atmosphere during their construction.
Arsenide and Phosgene for the doping of the N and P sides of the wafer and the rest for cleaning and etching. We will ignore the metalization processes.
There is also CO2 produced in the construction of the Aluminum, quartz and plastics in the panel.
Power rating for panels is done under interesting conditions also. Current is by short circuiting the device. Voltage by open circuit conditions. The two can never meet so the 100 watt rating is honestly closer to 70 watts.
The 70 watts is available only at 100% saturation of sunlight and at 70 degrees Fahrenheit (or cooler). As temperature goes up, the panels produce less power. As a rule, the greater the sunlight the greater the temperature.
Wisconsin has a average temp lower then 70 degrees F. It has an average of less than 4 hours of full sun per day. That means a 100 Watt panel will give you 280 watts of power each day on average. You break even with CO2 in just decades..... unless it hails or someone hurts your panel, or it wears out. Solar panels are not endless supplies of power. They wear out.
Are there any valid sources of "Alternative" energy?
Yes, nuclear, hydro and geo thermal. The only truly reliable source though is nuclear.
What else can I help you with?
What does chloroplasts do to plant cells?
They are the sites of photosynthesis. CO2 is reduced to glucose using light energy
How much CO2 does a school produce?
The amount of CO2 produced by a school varies widely based on factors such as size, location, energy sources, and operational practices. On average, a medium-sized school may produce several hundred tons of CO2 annually, primarily from heating, electricity use, and transportation. Implementing energy-efficient measures and using renewable energy sources can significantly reduce a school's carbon footprint. For a more precise estimate, specific data on energy consumption and school operations would be needed.
Are organisms that get carbon from co2 but energy from reduced chemical bonds?
Organisms that get carbon from CO2 but obtain energy from reduced chemical bonds are known as chemoautotrophs. These organisms can convert inorganic molecules (such as H2S or Fe2+) into energy through chemical reactions, while using carbon dioxide as their carbon source for photosynthesis. An example of a chemoautotroph is a bacteria found near deep-sea hydrothermal vents.
Do chloroplast take in CO2?
Yes they take up CO2. Then it is reduced to glucose
How much CO2 does America emit?
As of the latest data available, the United States emits approximately 5 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) annually. This accounts for about 15% of global CO2 emissions, making the U.S. one of the largest emitters in the world. Emissions primarily stem from transportation, electricity generation, and industrial processes. Efforts to reduce these emissions include transitioning to renewable energy sources and implementing energy efficiency measures.
How much CO2 is released from a house per day?
The amount of CO2 released from a house per day varies significantly based on factors such as energy consumption, heating methods, and household size. On average, a typical U.S. household emits approximately 8,000 to 10,000 pounds of CO2 annually, which translates to about 22 to 28 pounds per day. This includes emissions from electricity usage, heating, and cooking. Energy-efficient practices can help reduce this daily carbon footprint.
Why does the concentration of CO2 fluctuate annually?
The concentration of CO2 fluctuates annually due to natural processes such as plant growth and decay, which absorb and release carbon dioxide, as well as seasonal changes in temperature and ocean currents that affect the exchange of CO2 between the atmosphere and the oceans.
What is reduced to glucose molecules in carbon reactions?
CO2
What molecule is reduced in the Calvin Cycle?
In the Calvin Cycle, the molecule that is reduced is carbon dioxide (CO2).
Fermentation is not as energy productive as respiration because?
fermentation does not fully break down glucose molecules to produce as much ATP (energy) as respiration. In fermentation, glucose is partially broken down without the use of oxygen, resulting in lower energy yield. Respiration, on the other hand, fully oxidizes glucose in the presence of oxygen, generating a much larger amount of ATP.
What gas do plant reduce during photosynthesis?
Plants reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) during photosynthesis. Through the process of photosynthesis, plants take in CO2 from the atmosphere, absorb sunlight, and convert it into glucose (energy) and oxygen. Oxygen is then released back into the air as a byproduct.
What are the signs of too much CO2 in plants and how can they be identified?
Signs of too much carbon dioxide (CO2) in plants include stunted growth, yellowing or browning of leaves, and reduced fruit or flower production. This can be identified through visual inspection of the plant's overall health and growth patterns, as well as by measuring the levels of CO2 in the surrounding environment using a CO2 monitor.
