We learned a lot about the different types of energy sources and the sustainability challenges involved.
Based on your understanding of these issues, explain which renewable energy source you think has the
greatest potential to solve our energy needs. Be sure to consider the source’s advantages and disadvantages
compared to fossil fuels in terms of environmental pollution, geographic availability, variability & intermittency,
efficiency, cost, and use by the residential, industrial, commercial, transportation, and electric power sectors.
Support your choice with details from our textbook and reliable external sources.
Additionally, review the current U.S. energy data. How heavily does the United States and your home State
currently rely on this energy source? What is it primarily used for (i.e., for which sector is it mostly used)?
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