Types+of+Resources

__**Historic**__
Wood can be defined as a hard and fibrous substance composing most of the stem and branches of a tree or shrub, and lying beneath at the bark; the xylem. Wood is the only building material derived from a renewable resource. Three advantages of wood include processed into furniture, houses, and can provide heat. Wood is an every day life material whether you are using it or sitting in it. Wood is cheaper than most building products. Wood fuel can be used for cooking and heating, and occasionally for fueling steam engine and steam turbines that generateelectricity. Some disadvantages include: wood produces less electricity compared to other resources. Construction woods can burn easily and lose color quickly. Wood is softer than most renewable resources so it can't be used for as many things. Using wood causes deforestation because of the trees that are sacrificed for human needs. Wood is available in firewood, charcoal, pellets, chips, sheets and sawdust.
 * Wood:**



Geothermal is the internal heat of the Earth. It is a renewable resource. An advantage of geothermal energy is a green energy source and a non polluting resource. Another advantage is geothermal heating and cooling systems can save a lot of money. Geothermal energy will be available for billions of years to come. A disadvantage of using geothermal energy is that it possesses a threat when it comes to earthquakes. Another disadvantage is that geothermal systems require a massive amount of land to be used. The initial cost of using geothermal energy is costly at first but pays off in the end. The environmental impact of using geothermal energy is its ability to heat and cool. Uses of this type of energy include: Greenhouses, swimming pools, and fish farming.
 * Geothermal:**



Hydropower is power that is derived from the force or energy of falling water, which is harnessed for useful purposes. It is a renewable resource. An advantage of hydropower is that the facilities produce no air pollution. Another is that its a very reliable resource compared to other natural resources. Another is that hydropower is cost efficient and doesn't cost much to operate. Disadvantages include: a drought caused by using this energy source, possesses a threat to humans and marine life, it also costs a lot to install. The environmental impact of using hydropower energy is that it can destruct the natural world. The uses of hydropower are that it can create new wildlife and can conserve resources.
 * Hydropower:**



Oil is a non-renewable resource simply because it cannot be reproduced. Advantages of oil is that no other energy source can move vehicles with greater speed at longer distances than oil. Another is that it can create jobs for the local economy and can convert into electricity, plastics, wax, sulfur, asphalt. Disadvantages of oil include: that drilling oil out of the ocean takes a surplus amount of water. It contributes to global warming when it is burned because it released gases into the atmosphere. It is also expensive and highly dangerous to oil drillers. The environmental impact is that oil leaks can result in killing wildlife and takes years to clean up. Oil can be used for perfuming, lubricating, illuminating, heating, etc.
 * Oil:**



Coal is defined as a combustible black or dark brown rock consisting mainly of carbonized plant matter. Coal is a non-renewable resource. Advantages of using coal is that its one of the world's most plentiful energy sources, creates lower energy bills for consumers and businesses, and it can be liquified or turned into a gas. Disadvantages include: it causes pollution because of the carbon dioxide, causes health concerns for people with diseases, and burning coal contributes to acid rain. The environmental impact of using coal is highly pollutant and is deadly to breath in for humans and animals. Uses of coal include: train transportation and electricity.
 * Coal:**



**__Potential__**
Nuclear energy is the use of sustained nuclear fission to generate heat and electricity. This resource is classified as non-renewable. Some pros about nuclear energy is that it is reliable in the sense of not having many shortages since it requires little fuel, no americans have died or been injured because of a reactor accident or radiation exposure from American nuclear power plants, and it doesn't pollute as much as coal and oil. There are also disadvantages that come along with this resource. When the uranium fuel pellets would dissolve, it leaves the nuclear fuel exposed causing a meltdown. Another disadvantage is the radiation that it can release. This can cause deaths within a 50 mile radius within a nuclear plant. Nuclear disposal is also very dangerous to human life. The environmental impact of this resource is that it can cause hazardous health risks to society. Nuclear can be used as weapons and energy.
 * Nuclear:**



Fusion is defined as the act or procedure of liquifying or melting by the application of heat. Fusion is non-renewable. Advantages of this resource include: not being radioactive, having no nuclear waste problems, and not being able to have meltdowns. A few disadvantages of fusion are: having high temperatures of ignition, having plasma state which is hard to contain, and are very expensive.Fusion has a very low impact on the environment because there's no atmospheric pollution during operations. Fusion can be used as a bomb and in cars.
 * Fusion:**



Biomass is organic matter used as a fuel. It is renewable. A resource like this does not need to depend on fossil fuels. It also releases carbon dioxide into the air when it's burning which is already released into the air. Biomass promotes energy independence too. One more advantage of biomass is that it converts waste into fuel. However, disadvantages come along with this resource as well. One is that it needs huge amounts of land to provide electricity in order to have successful biomass. Also, biomass is based upon the location which can make or break it. Biomass can also cause deforestation due to the over-use of this resource. The environmental impact of biomass is the ability to recycle carbon dioxide. Biomass can be used to generate heat, liquid, or gaseous fuels and is used for electricity.
 * Biomass:**



Wind is the perceptible natural movement of the air. It is renewable. Wind has many advantages. One is that wind does not cause blackouts or power-failures. In addition, wind is a affordable way to create a steady income like many farmers. Wind also creates new jobs and does not depend on foreign countries to provide our country with fossil fuels. Yet, there are disadvantages. Wind turbines can be very harmful to animals that fly such as bats and birds which is very harmful to their existence. Another disadvantage is that wind is not always constant and has many different speeds which can cause low energy. Last, wind turbines can break apart over time. The environmental impact that wind gives us is the danger to wildlife, noise and visual impacts. Wind can be used to gain power and electricity. Actually, the chinese have used wind to pump water into their crops.
 * Wind:**

Synfuels, also called synthetic fuels, can be defined as fuel made from coal, natural gas, oil shale and biomass. It is renewable. This resourceconsists of manyadvantages and disadvantages. One advantage is that it isn't time consuming. For instance, it can directly produce gasoline, diesel or kerosene without having to make any other moves. Another advantage is that it allows cars to keep the same fuel at all times. It also is not as damaging as some other resources. Yet, synfuel can be very costly. Not to mention, it only has one-third of the energy that real coal contains. Synfuels also maintain high gas yields. The environmental impact that synfuels give us is the conflict of a clean process. If the process of changing nature to a fuel is not clean, major problems can arise including climate change. Synthetic fuels are used in cars and aircraft.
 * Synfuels:**



Cogeneration is a process in which an industrial facility uses its waste energy to produce heat. It is a renewable resource. Cogeneration has some advantages which include: a reduction in air and water pollutions compared to other energy resources, its one of the most cost-beneficial techniques of lowering carbon emissions for heating in cold climates, and massive energy production blackouts are less probable. Some of the disadvantages include: the cost of maintenance and operation is costly compared to other conventional plants, the major issue of spreading cogeneration plants, and the fact that a slight pipe shortage could lose the majority of the energy produced. The environmental impact of using cogeneration is the problem in air pollution and water quality. Some of the uses of cogeneration are central heating systems and produced heat and electricity within one single process.
 * Cogeneration:**



A solar resource is a energy derived from the sun. This type of energy is known to be temporarily renewable. You see, it is also said that the sun will one day fade and die therefore making it non- renewable. Many advantages come along with solar energy. For example, the cost of solar panels. Although the initial cost is pretty high, solar panels save you more money when you basically get electricity for free. In addition, solar panels can easily be placed on rooftops instead of requiring large areas to install. They also allow the world to not be so dependent on fossil fuels. Of course, with pros comes cons. A con of solar panels is that it is only useful during the day when the sun is out. Therefore, solar energy depends on the weather which can also be a huge advantage. Also, solar panels can create pollution with the solar cells. Solar energy's environmental impact is the health hazard that comes along with installing it. Materials, like silicon, in solar panels can create dangerous health hazards if workers come in contact with them as dusts.Solar energy is used to provide heat, light, hot water, electricity, and sometimes even cooling systems.
 * Solar:**



Tidal power can also be called tidal energy, its a form of hydropower that converts the energy of tides into useful forms of power. It is renewable. Tidal power has some advantages which include: being a very reliable energy source, it reduces dependency on fossil feuls, and it doesn't consume feul. Some disadvantages include: at first it a very expensive resource, it can affect the transportation system in the water, and it can affect the aquatic ecosystems surrounding it. The environmental impact of this energy source is that its a renewable source of electricity which does not result in the emission of gases responsible for global warming or acid rain associated with fossil fuel generated electricity. It is used for electricity and creates artificial up-stream water.
 * Tidal:**