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Pros/Cons of energy
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cons of geothermal energy | Location specific - cannot be used everywhere Some of earth's gases are released during drilling Drilling can generate earthquakes High start up costs Needs to be manage to make sure it is sustainable |
| Pros of geothermal energy | reliable source of energy renewable and sustainable environmentally friendly (little greenhouse gases) energy is a naturally occurring resource-no fuel required |
| Pros of wind energy | Non-polluting, source of energy is free after startup costs, little damages, and has no greenhouse gas waste Cons of wind energy Not everyplace has a strong enough or steady wind, takes up large area of land, environmental concern for birds |
| Cons of wind energy | Not everyplace has a strong enough or steady wind, takes up large area of land, environmental concern for birds |