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What percentage of worldwide stored energy is accounted for by pumped hydroelectric storage?
What percentage of worldwide stored energy is accounted for by pumped hydroelectric storage?
- 95% (correct)
- 30%
- 50%
- 75%
Which factor most limits the widespread adoption of hydroelectric reservoirs for energy storage?
Which factor most limits the widespread adoption of hydroelectric reservoirs for energy storage?
- Their status as a newly developed technology.
- The limited amount of energy that they can store.
- Their relatively low efficiency ratings.
- The specific geographic requirements for construction. (correct)
For localized energy storage solutions, what is often considered a viable alternative to hydroelectric reservoirs?
For localized energy storage solutions, what is often considered a viable alternative to hydroelectric reservoirs?
- Wind farms utilizing large scale turbines.
- Lithium-ion battery systems. (correct)
- Traditional power plants using fossil fuels.
- Large strategic coal reserves.
In which of the following applications are lithium-ion batteries most commonly found?
In which of the following applications are lithium-ion batteries most commonly found?
What is the typical energy efficiency range of lithium-ion batteries, representing the percentage of stored energy that can be retrieved?
What is the typical energy efficiency range of lithium-ion batteries, representing the percentage of stored energy that can be retrieved?
What is a primary safety concern associated with lithium-ion batteries that requires careful management?
What is a primary safety concern associated with lithium-ion batteries that requires careful management?
Which of the following phenomena can occur in lithium-ion batteries as a result of overheating?
Which of the following phenomena can occur in lithium-ion batteries as a result of overheating?
What is one approach used to mitigate the risk of overheating in lithium-ion batteries and maintain safe operating temperatures?
What is one approach used to mitigate the risk of overheating in lithium-ion batteries and maintain safe operating temperatures?
A community is looking to invest in a sustainable energy source for heating homes. Considering long-term availability and environmental impact, which option is the most suitable renewable choice?
A community is looking to invest in a sustainable energy source for heating homes. Considering long-term availability and environmental impact, which option is the most suitable renewable choice?
A remote island community currently relies on diesel generators for electricity. Considering the environmental impact and long-term sustainability, what would be the most suitable renewable energy source to replace the diesel generators?
A remote island community currently relies on diesel generators for electricity. Considering the environmental impact and long-term sustainability, what would be the most suitable renewable energy source to replace the diesel generators?
Imagine you are designing a power grid for a city. Knowing the principles of energy generation, which of these energy sources relies on the direct transformation of kinetic energy into electrical energy?
Imagine you are designing a power grid for a city. Knowing the principles of energy generation, which of these energy sources relies on the direct transformation of kinetic energy into electrical energy?
A homeowner wants to reduce their carbon footprint and energy bills. If they live in a sunny region, what technology would be most effective for directly converting sunlight into electricity for their home?
A homeowner wants to reduce their carbon footprint and energy bills. If they live in a sunny region, what technology would be most effective for directly converting sunlight into electricity for their home?
A country aims to increase its renewable energy production. Which of these energy sources, while derived from organic matter, is NOT considered renewable due to its extraction and consumption rates?
A country aims to increase its renewable energy production. Which of these energy sources, while derived from organic matter, is NOT considered renewable due to its extraction and consumption rates?
In the history of electrical science, which scientist is credited with the initial discovery of a method to generate a continuous flow of electricity, paving the way for modern batteries?
In the history of electrical science, which scientist is credited with the initial discovery of a method to generate a continuous flow of electricity, paving the way for modern batteries?
A government is creating new environmental regulations. What is the primary motivation for countries worldwide to actively reduce their carbon dioxide emissions through policy and technology investments?
A government is creating new environmental regulations. What is the primary motivation for countries worldwide to actively reduce their carbon dioxide emissions through policy and technology investments?
A city planner is evaluating renewable energy options for a new development. Which of these power sources, while significant in some regions, was NOT explicitly mentioned as part of the renewable energy transition?
A city planner is evaluating renewable energy options for a new development. Which of these power sources, while significant in some regions, was NOT explicitly mentioned as part of the renewable energy transition?
Flashcards
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy
Energy from sources that replenish naturally.
Non-Renewable Energy
Non-Renewable Energy
Energy from sources that take millions of years to form.
Wind Turbines
Wind Turbines
Use wind to turn blades, generating electricity.
Photovoltaic Cells
Photovoltaic Cells
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Alessandro Volta
Alessandro Volta
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Fight Climate Change
Fight Climate Change
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Offshore Wind Farms
Offshore Wind Farms
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Need for Energy Storage
Need for Energy Storage
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Pumped Hydroelectric Storage Percentage
Pumped Hydroelectric Storage Percentage
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Hydroelectric Reservoir Limitation
Hydroelectric Reservoir Limitation
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Local Energy Storage Alternative
Local Energy Storage Alternative
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Common Use of Lithium-ion Batteries
Common Use of Lithium-ion Batteries
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Efficiency of Lithium-ion Batteries
Efficiency of Lithium-ion Batteries
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Lithium-ion Battery Safety Concern
Lithium-ion Battery Safety Concern
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Thermal Runaway
Thermal Runaway
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Preventing Overheating in Batteries
Preventing Overheating in Batteries
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Study Notes
Renewable Energy Sources
- Solar power represents a renewable energy source due to the sun being an unlimited power source.
- Petroleum is a non-renewable energy source because it is a fossil fuel that takes millions of years to form.
- Wind turbines convert the kinetic energy of wind into electrical energy.
- Photovoltaic cells, or solar panels, transform sunlight into electricity.
- Coal is a fossil fuel that is not replenished naturally within a human lifespan, making it a non-renewable energy source.
The Energy Storage Revolution
- Alessandro Volta, an Italian scientist, made key discoveries in electricity two centuries ago.
- Countries are reducing carbon emissions to combat global warming and environmental damage.
- Nuclear power is not mentioned as part of the renewable transition.
- Offshore wind farms generate more electricity due to stronger and more consistent winds.
- A system is needed to store energy because renewable energy sources are intermittent, such as solar power being unavailable at night and wind energy depending on wind conditions.
Storage
- Pumped hydroelectric facilities provide 95% of global energy storage.
- Hydroelectric storage needs particular geographic conditions, such as mountains, which represents a major problem.
- Lithium-ion batteries provide a flexible and compact solution for local energy storage as an alternative to hydroelectric reservoirs.
- Lithium-ion batteries are widely used to power smart devices such as smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles.
- Lithium-ion batteries are highly efficient, retaining 90-95% of the stored energy.
Regulation
- Overheating is a major safety concern with lithium-ion batteries because excess heat can damage the batteries and cause fires.
- Overheating in lithium-ion batteries can cause thermal runaway, which is an uncontrolled increase in temperature that can lead to battery failure or fire.
- Using a smart control system is one method to regulate battery temperature and prevent overheating.
- Lithium-ion batteries require less maintenance compared to other storage methods such as hydroelectric storage.
- Energy storage ensures a continuous and reliable electricity supply.
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Description
Overview of renewable energy sources like solar and wind power and non-renewable sources like petroleum and coal. Discusses wind turbines and solar panels. Also covers the importance of energy storage and the reduction of carbon emissions.
