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Hydropower captures the energy of flowing . . .
water
Biomass generates energy from living or recently living . ..
organisms
What makes solar energy a renewable resource?
it comes from the Sun and does not run out
How does solar energy help the economy?
it lowers energy bills/ energy bills will drop
Tell me a benefit of solar energy
generate electricity, distil water, can be integrated into materials for buildings
Tell me two disadvantages of Solar energy
upfront costs, weather dependent, solar energy storage is expensive, needs more space
What does the idiom "ride the wind of change " mean?
To take advantage of important changes
What does the idiom "strike while the iron is hot" mean?
To act quickly when the opportunity is right
What is the meaning of this phrase "upfront costs"?
initial costs
What is the meaning of "there´s no wear and tear"?
no damage from usage, no deterioration, no degradation
What is the meaning os "rely on"?
trust, depend on
We can __________ the power of the sun to produce electricity.
harness
Unlike fossil fuels, we will not __________ of solar energy.
run out
During sunny months, some homes generate a __________ of electricity.
surplus
Energy costs may __________ when more people use renewable energy sources.
drop
Experts believe that electricity prices could __________ as renewable energy becomes more common.
drop
