All About Renewable Energy for Kids
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November 7, 2022
(Solar Power Guide) … Biomass Energy — Biomass energy includes organic materials that come from plants and animals. It’s possible to burn solid matter such as wood and garbage. Material from animal waste or rotting garbage produces biogas, which can also be a fuel source. Liquid biomass includes cooking grease, vegetable oil, and animal fat, and these liquids can be fermented to create fuel that will power vehicles.
- Biomass Energy Explained – Organic material can be used to generate energy.
- Environmental Impacts of Biomass – Generating biomass energy emits pollutants into the environment, but some scientists consider this type of energy to be carbon-neutral, meaning that it doesn’t harm the environment.
- Sustainable Bioenergy – Biofuels are produced by plants, which grow with the sun’s energy.
- Manure as a Source of Energy – Farmers who raise cows or pigs can use the manure produced by the animals to produce energy.
- What is Biomass Energy and How Do You Use It? – Biomass energy can come from plants, animal waste, garbage, and gases from landfills. READ MORE