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Advantages & Disadvantage for renewable energy

ADVANTAGES

  • Renewable energy won’t run out.
  • Renewable energy has lower maintenance requirements.
  • Renewables save money.
  • Renewable energy has numerous environmental benefits.
  • Renewables lower reliance on foreign energy sources.
  • Renewable energy leads to cleaner water and air.
  • Renewable energy creates jobs.
  • Renewable energy can cut down on waste.

DISADVANTAGES

  • Renewable energy has high upfront costs.
  • Renewable energy can be intermittent.
  • Renewables have limited storage capabilities.
  • Renewable energy sources can have geographic limitations.
  • Renewables aren’t always 100% carbon-free.

Find out more by exploring these advantages and disadvantages from Energy Sage here