The Evolution of Energy

The world's energy mix has changed over time with an increase in the consumption of both non-renewable and renewable resources. Developing countries are still relying on non-renewable energy sources while many developed countries are switching to renewable resources.

Relying solely on fossil fuels is a risk because they are finite resources that will eventually run out. Additionally, fossil fuels are expensive to produce, import, and export, and their transportation costs are high. They also pollute the air, produce waste, and contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and global warming.

Non-renewable energy sources have the advantage of being readily available and easily accessible. They have been the primary source of energy for many years and have existing infrastructure and technology to support their use.

<p>The disadvantages of non-renewable energy sources include the fact that they will eventually run out, they are expensive to produce, import, and export, their transportation costs are high, they pollute the air, produce waste, and contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and global warming.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some countries do not use less renewable energy because they are still relying on non-renewable energy resources. This is often the case in developing countries that lack the financial means to invest in renewable energy infrastructure and technology. However, the increasing awareness of the environmental benefits of renewable resources has led to an increase in their consumption in many countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers