Renewable and nonrenewable resources

Segment: 9.Natural Resource Systems, Standard:Apply knowledge of natural resource components to the management of natural resource systems. (Technical III.A.1) Description Natural resources can be grouped into two groups: renewable and non-renewable. Renewable resources will naturally replenish themselves over time, like wind, solar, plants, trees, etc. Non-renewable will be gone forever once used, like coal, fuel, etc. Understanding the difference is key to managing natural resources for the future. Resources • • • Teaching Methods Lecture Discussion, Demonstration, Field Trip, Resource People, Experiment, Supervised Study MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer, committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Quentin Tyler, Director, MSU Extension, East Lansing, MI 48824. This information is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned. The 4-H ...

• Begin the lesson by flipping off the light in your classroom. Explain that in a world without energy, many of the things we depend on every day—including lights, cars, washing machines, and phones—would not exist. • Ask the class to explain what the word energy means. After some discussion, explain that energy refers to the power created by the use of resources. • Prompt the class to guess what the word renewable means. Explain that renewable refers to something that can be replaced. • Ask for a volunteer to tell you what the word non-renewable means, based on the use of the prefix non. If no one correctly defines it, explain that non-renewable refers to something that can't be replaced.

5 Conclusion What are renewable and non-renewable? Though there are nine significant areas of energy, they fall into two categories: renewables and nonrenewables. Renewable Simply put, a renewable resource means we have unlimited access to it. This is because it constantly replenishes itself and comes from natural elements, like plants, sun, wind, and water. No matter how much humans use renewable energy, there will always be more. As a result, we don’t have to worry about renewable resources running out soon. Often, renewables are viewed as alternative energy sources, but they generate electricity and have a smaller carbon footprint. Nonrenewable Conversely, nonrenewable resources do not replenish themselves and have a limited supply. Therefore, once the resource is used, you cannot use it again. Most often, nonrenewable resources refer to Some of the most common fossil fuels include natural gas, coal nuclear energy. But, unfortunately, you can only use them for relatively short periods before they are gone. What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources? Now that we know precisely what How it is produced Something we touched on above is how renewable and nonrenewable resources are produced. On the one hand, renewable resources use natural resources to produce usable energy and electricity. But on the other hand, it does not take thousands or millions of years to produce but is constantly produced because of the nature of our world. On the other hand...

Over the years, the world has refined the extraction and use of natural resources. As the demand for these resources has continued to increase every year, so has the importance of finding sustainable alternatives. For the first time in 2017, the UK’s renewable energy consumption was higher than 10% and is forecast to continue increasing. Difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources A resource is considered renewable or nonrenewable based on their environmental impact, their costs and the rate of exhaustion. Renewable resources are defined as such when they can be regained or renewed. Experimentation with wind, solar and Unlike renewable resources, nonrenewable energy is finite. It cannot be renewed or regained once consumed. Why is biomass considered a renewable resource? By burning plant matter, we are able to generate heat or create electricity through the running of turbines. Biomass energy is considered a renewable resource due to the ability to plant new trees, replacing those that are cut down or die naturally. Is tidal energy a renewable resource? Whilst tidal energy is one of the youngest types of energy, it is considered a major renewable resource. The movement of water naturally creates kinetic energy, which can be turned into electricity. Tidal energy is considered a renewable resource because the Earth’s tides are inexhaustible and do not release any greenhouse gasses. Although the full environmental impact has not been fully determined, there are so...