The Future of Energy

Solve problems today, avert disaster tomorrow

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Are we running low on fossil fuels?

In short, yes.

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Source: The End

Is Global Climate Change Real?

Yes, and it’s on us.

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Source: E.G.

Solar Power

Cool, but expensive—and situational.

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Source: Average

Wind Power

Cheaper than solar, but even harder to place.

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Source: 3Tier

Geothermal Power

Very pricy, but more available.

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Source: AGEA

Hydroelectric Power

The big guy. Huge costs for huge power

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Source: USGS

Biomass Fuel

Easy transition, but quite a few problems.

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Source: Solix

Hydrogen Fuel

Dangerous, but alluring. Clean and proven.

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So What’s The Answer?

Everything’s got problems.

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Mixed SolutionProportional implantation

are the relevant buzzwords.

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What About Nuclear?

Fission's got waste issues, Fusion's just vaporware.

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In short, get out there and promote alternative energy!

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