There are many reasons/ motivations to reduce our consumption of fossil fuels. The reasons include: 1. Limited supply: The earth has a finite capacity of commercially producible fossil fuels. This provides reason to use what we have for the most economic good. 2. Environment and health issues: There is no clean burning fossil fuel. All fossil fuels release CO2 and contribute to global warming. Other environmental impacts are acid rain and the release of volatile organic compounds hazardous to human health. You may do a search on wikipedia on air pollution, and find more on health hazards. 3. Economics: Importation of oil creates a trade deficit, which has serious economic consequences. As the supply diminishes, the cost to find and produce additional fossil fuels tends to increase, and this cost is passed on to the consumer. 4. Personal: Using fuel efficient cars, air conditioners, and reducing long commutes means you save money, especially as price of fuels rise.
The burning of fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas) in industry, transport and the generation of electricity releases carbon dioxide (CO2). This is a dangerous greenhouse gas which is causing global warming and climate change.
As a fact there is a great demand in the current energy market. So alternate sources of energy are necessary because we will run out of fuel. Also we can get green and clean energy if we consider for alternate energy source. But we have to make a right decision on which kind of alternate energy source actually works.
Your question calls for an opinion. Wikianswers provides factual answers, and people have different opinions of what more or less the US Government should do. Part of the controversy stems from the fact that some alternative energy sources like solar, are often not competitive, at present, with fossil fuel programs and rely on tax subsidies to be commercially viable. The US Government has numerous programs to provide incentives to lower our usage of fossil fuels and to promote alternative energy sources. We have tax incentives to use energy efficient cars and appliances. The new energy efficient light bulbs is strongly promoted by the US Government. Various programs exist to promote solar, wind and biofuels as alternative energy sources. See related links. You may find a great deal more by searching the US Department of Energy website.
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Geothermal and wind power are both renewable energy sources that generate electricity without burning fossil fuels. They provide a sustainable and clean alternative to traditional energy sources, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on non-renewable resources. Both technologies have relatively low operating costs once the initial infrastructure is in place, making them cost-effective solutions for long-term energy needs.
Cars can be adapted to run on renewables by using alternative fuel sources such as electricity, biofuels, or hydrogen. This can be achieved through alternative engine technologies such as electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, or hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Additionally, infrastructure development for charging stations, biofuel production, and hydrogen refueling stations is essential to support the transition to renewable energy sources for cars.
Dependence on fossil fuels causes environmental damage.
Dependence on fossil fuels causes environmental damage.
Climate change, energy security, and economic growth are key factors driving the need for the US to find alternative energy sources. By diversifying the energy mix and reducing dependence on fossil fuels, the US can mitigate climate change, enhance national security, and promote economic development.
The US needed to find alternative energy sources for several reasons, including decreasing reliance on finite fossil fuels, reducing environmental impact from burning these fuels, increasing energy security, and addressing climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Diversifying the energy sources also helps to stabilize energy prices and promote innovation in the energy sector.
The US Energy Secretary, Dr. Steven Chu is the 12th to hold the postition.
Alternative energies refer to energies generated such that they do not deplete the natural resources or harm the environment. Examples of alternative energies used in the U. S. are biomass electricity, hydroelectric and ocean energy.
Alternative or renewable energy is usually considered to include biologically produced fuel gases, hydrogen, solar, wind power, geothermal energy and renewable liquid biofuels (e.g. alcohols). The conventional sources of energy are nuclear, hydroelectric and fossil fuel based. The alternative energy sources require a significant capital cost to establish production and transportation capacity and in many cases a capital cost for the user to adopt them. During a changeover to alternative energy sources there is a period where the early adopters pay a significantly higher cost for their energy supply. In addition the established energy sources such as fossil fuels have a monopoly on transportation fuels and work against reducing their market share
BAD WE COULD ALL DIE ^ who ever awnsered that is stupid, alternative energy is helping the world because we r not taking anything from the earth or wearing it out, we r sharing it normal ways and it is giving us life.
I believe alternative energy sources are subsidised by the federal government to make them more competitive with established energy. There is surely no limit on engine sizes in US cars?
Yes, the United States is one of the largest producers of energy in the world, producing significant amounts of oil, natural gas, coal, and renewable energy sources like wind and solar power. The U.S. has a diverse energy portfolio that includes both traditional and alternative sources.
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Simply because - natural resources are not an infinte quantity. Eventually, allfossil fuels will run out - forcing mankind to seek alternative energy sources !