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Michigan Energy Sources

Michigan Energy Sources. Cameron H. and Ben I. Cameron and Ben. Non-Renewable.

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Michigan Energy Sources

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  1. Michigan Energy Sources Cameron H. and Ben I. Cameron and Ben

  2. Non-Renewable About 95% of Michigan’s energy comes from non-renewable sources. If this continues eventually we will run out of sources like coal and natural gas. As supplies go down, prices will rise. We are also very dependant on other countries for resources. Combustion of most non-renewable resources can release harmful toxins.

  3. Renewable The other 5% is renewable. This means that we can’t run out of that resource. Most renewable resources don’t pollute the air, like wind power and solar. We don’t have to depend on other countries for resources. We have an endless supply of renewable resources. Also if you invest now it will be cheaper later because we will already have the power plants set up.

  4. Percentages by 2020 Biomass- 5% Solar Photovoltaic Cells- 10% Wind- 20% Hydropower- 25% Natural Gas- 10% Petroleum- 10% Coal- 10% Nuclear- 10%

  5. Biomass Advantages Disadvantages Biomass resources can be scarce in urban areas. Burning can release pollutants into the world. • Sustainable if managed properly • Helps economy of farming regions • Reduces landfill space

  6. Photovoltaic Cells Advantages Disadvantages Expensive to install On cloudy days less electricity is generated • Works in remote areas. • Permanente energy source. • Can be installed on rooftops. • Releases no pollutants.

  7. Wind Advantages Disadvantages Only works with wind. Some people thinks it ugly. Can be loud. Can kill bird and bats. • Cheap to operate. • Quick setup. • Permanente energy source. • Releases no pollution.

  8. Hydropower Advantages Disadvantages Dams can change course of river Dams can prevent migration to spawning grounds • No greenhouse gasses. • Continues water supply

  9. Natural Gas Advantages Disadvantages Costs are predicted to go up Supplies are not endless Drilling can harm ecosystem Burning can cause smog or global warming. • Easy to move with existing pipelines. • Lots of it is produced in the US • Doesn’t produce a lot of pollutants

  10. Petroleum Advantages Disadvantages Makes us depend on other countries for supplies. Supplies are not endless. Oil spills can damage marine life and beaches • Can power engines for cars, lawnmower, etc. • Sometimes generates electricity. • Used in most transportation.

  11. Coal Advantages Disadvantages Clean coal can cost 10% more. Clean coal creates solid waste. Combustion releases pollutants. Combustion can cause acid rain. • One of the cheapest fossil fuels. • Lots in the US • Transported easily • Clean coal technology can reduce pollutants.

  12. Nuclear Advantages Disadvantages Costs lot of money to hire workers. Produces hazardous waste that stay radioactive for a long time. • Doesn’t produce green house gasses • Doesn't produce pollutants

  13. Sources http://solar.calfinder.com/blog/solar-electric/solar-qa-how-many-solar-panels-do-i-need/ http://www.baycounty-mi.gov/EACD/WindEnergy.aspx http://members.virtualtourist.com/m/p/m/2005e2/ http://ecolocalizer.com/2010/07/06/battle-over-biomass-halts-michigan-facility/ http://www.cnbc.com/id/25758681/Dow_Chemical_Kuwait_Petroleum_Base_Venture_In_Michigan http://www.123rf.com/photo_4223292_coal-power-plant-at-lake-michigan.html http://detroit.cbslocal.com/tag/nuclear/

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