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The main energy source in 1900 was coal. Coal was used on the railroads, to heat houses, to fuel steamships, to provide mechanical power in factories, and to generate electricity. There was some oil production in the US, but as motor vehicles had only just started to be used, the demand was not much, and of course aviation was unknown.

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What are Hawaii's non renewable energy sources?

Hawaii's non-renewable energy sources include petroleum (used for electricity generation and transportation), coal (used for electricity generation), and natural gas (used for electricity generation). These sources are limited in supply and have negative environmental impacts when extracted and burned.


Can renewable energy and non-renewable energy can be used at the same time?

Answer : YES Renewable power sources and non-renewable power souces are both used to generate electricity, which is then transfered through the 'power grid' (power lines) to different houses. Electricity generated from renewable sources is not different in any way to electricity generated by non-renewable sources. Therefore, they can both be used at the same t5ime


What is traditional energy?

Traditional energy refers to energy sources that have been used for many years, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. These sources are non-renewable and can have negative environmental impacts due to greenhouse gas emissions and pollution.


How is energy source is use on earth?

Energy sources on Earth are mainly used for electricity generation, transportation, and heating/cooling. The primary sources include fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas), renewable sources (solar, wind, hydro, geothermal), and nuclear energy. The choice of energy sources depends on factors like availability, cost, environmental impact, and technology.


What is a another name for renewable energy source?

alternative energy

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