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ALTERNATIVE ENERGY INFORMATION

Alternative Energy is energy derived from sources that do not deplete natural resources or harm the environment. Alternative Energy includes three main groups:

• Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, Hydro, Geothermal, Biomass)
• Fuel Cells & Hydrogen
• Energy Conservation and Enabling Technologies

Some forms of alternative energy, such as wind, flowing water, and geothermal heating are ancient, but now employ new advanced technology to deliver them to the required place of use.

Other technologies such as solar cells, hydrogen and fuel cells and ocean energy are relatively new.

Alternative Energy does not include:

• Coal
• Oil
• Atomic energy

Alternative Energy Resources

National Renewable Energy Lab - Learning about Renewable Energy