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Why a green energy?

Britannica Article: Alternative Energy The term alternative energy refers to the use of any of various renewable power sources in place of fossil fuels and other traditional sources of energy. Alternative energy sources include, among others, solar power, wind power, waterpower, and geothermal energy.
Newsela Article : Renewable Engergy In this Topic, you will explore a variety of renewable energy sources. Renewables offer the low emissions benefits of nuclear energy without the potential dangers of reactor meltdowns. Nevertheless, questions of cost, energy storage and feasibility can slow the growth of the renewable energy industry. In order to tackle climate change, humanity must move beyond fossil fuels. It will take more than any single alternative energy source to power our world with safe, clean and affordable energy!
Newsela Article: Energy and the Environment You may have heard someone say to you, "You have a lot of energy!" But what exactly is energy, anyway? When you stand outside and feel the heat of the sun on your skin, you are experiencing thermal energy. If heat from the sun is an example of thermal energy, are there other types of energy too?
Britannica Article: Water Power The roar of a waterfall suggests the power of water. Rampaging floodwaters can uproot strong trees and twist railroad tracks. When the power of water is harnessed, however, it can do useful work for humans.

Energy from Water by Nancy Dickmann For centuries, falling water has been used in parts of the world to create energy to run grinding stones at mills and irrigation systems for crops. This interesting book shows how the use of this "clean" form of energy, called hydroelectricity, is being expanded to help us build a more sustainable future. Discover how other forms of water-based energy, such as energy from ocean waves and tides, are being harnessed and used to help create electricity to power our homes, offices, and factories. 
ISBN: 9780778723844
Publication Date: 2016-02-15
Ocean, Tidal and Wave Energy by Lynn Peppas The natural movement of water has long been used to create energy. New forms of hydropower are being researched as alternative ways to create clean renewable energy. This remarkable new book describes how water flow is being used in tidal and wave energy farms, and how the oceans contain enough heat in the surface water to power the world! Case studies highlight the potential advantages and disadvantages of pursuing these different kinds of power.
ISBN: 9780778729198
Publication Date: 2008-06-20
Awesome facts about tidal waves With true or false quizzes and fun-to-do projects
ISBN: 9780749642457
Energy from Wind, Sun, and Tides by Frank Muschal Recent advances in harnessing energy from the wind, sun, and tides are explored. People are encouraged to seek resources beyond fossil fuels.
ISBN: 9781602790469
Publication Date: 2007-08-01

Tidal energy pros and cons
With climate change becoming more and more of a threat, there has been an increased focus on renewable energy sources and the demand for clean energy. This has brought on rapid development of new ways to harness energy, like tidal power.
Tidal power is a form of hydropower that has incredible potential to power our future.
In this article, we’ll dive into some of the most important advantages and disadvantages of tidal energy, and what we can expect to come of this renewable energy source.
Tidal Energy: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Future Trends
Tidal energy is a growing renewable, clean, and environmentally friendly energy source that produces far fewer greenhouse gases than fossil fuels such as coal and oil. Moreover, its high predictability and elevated power output are also among the advantages of tidal energy. In this article, we examine what tidal energy is, its advantages and disadvantages as well as the future trends of this still unpopular but highly promising renewable energy source.