How can renewable energy sources be expanded to replace fossil fuels?
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Inquiry question: How can renewable energy sources be expanded to replace fossil fuels?
United Nations
https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/raising-ambition/renewable-energy?utm_source=chatgpt.com
“Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil and gas, are by far the largest contributor to global climate change, accounting for over 75 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions and nearly 90 percent of all carbon dioxide emissions.” This directly addresses the issue surrounding my inquiry question. It is the reason as to why this question was formed
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Its necessary to increase the share of renewable energy in global energy production to effect climate change and enhance public health.
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Policy support: Implementing favorable policies and incentives to encourage investment in renewable energy projects.
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Technological innovation: Advancing technologies to improve the efficiency and affordability of renewable energy systems.
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Infrastructure development: Building and upgrading infrastructure to integrate renewable energy into existing grids effectively.
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Public awareness: Educating communities about the benefits of renewable energy to foster acceptance and adoption.
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Although fossil fuels still account for over 80% of global energy production, cleaner sources are gaining ground, with about 29% of electricity currently coming from renewables
Institute of energy and the environment
“A collective, well-coordinated effort can help us achieve our renewable energy and climate goals, creating a more sustainable and equitable energy landscape for future generations.” This is the primary solution to my goal, and addresses the positive effects of renewable energy sources.
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There are technological and societal challenges in transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources
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Technological maturity: Many renewable technologies are not yet fully mature and may not match fossil fuels in terms of societal integration.
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Energy storage: Developing efficient storage solutions to address the intermittency of renewable sources like solar and wind.
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Economic considerations: Balancing the costs of transitioning with the long-term economic benefits of sustainable energy.
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Equity and access: Ensuring that renewable energy solutions are accessible to all communities, including those in developing regions.
Overall, there is no immediate transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, however it is possible over time and we have made some progress throughout the years. It requires coordinated efforts in policy making, technological advancements, infrastructure development, and public engagement, while addressing economic and equity challenges.
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