ENERGY RESOURCES - INTRODUCTION
DIAPOSITIVA 1
Energy is the "fuel" necessary for economic growth. Electricity is what runs factories and
allows us to enjoy a comfortable environment in our homes through heating and air
conditioning. That is why all countries where the economy is growing also see an increase
in their energy consumption.
There are experts that confirm that access to modern energy, such as electricity, drives
economic growth and human progress. This is because the availability of energy has a
direct effect on productivity, health, education, communication services, and a long list of
benefits and services.
I want to emphasize that renewable energies will continue to grow until they become the
main players to compensate the growth in global energy demand and don´t contaminate
the environment
DIAPOSITIVA 2
If we do not reduce the contamination, the earth's surface temperature will have
increased every year.
DIAPOSITIVA 3
Wind turbines are built to harness wind energy. Wind turbines work in the opposite way
to a fan, instead of using electricity to make wind, they use wind to make electricity.
It is important to remember that wind turbines need to be built in the direction of wind
on a clear hill top.
DIAPOSITIVA 4
Solar power is generated directly from sunlight. Solar thermal panels are filled with water
which heats in the sunlight.
DIAPOSITIVA 5
Geothermal energy is generated by residual heat from the Earth’s formation 4 billion
years ago. Nowadays geothermal energy is known for electricity generation.
DIAPOSITIVA 6
Mountainous regions are good for hydroelectric power because they have steep
topography and high rainfall.
