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Question 30 of 71 in Energy Resources and Electricity Generation

Renewable energy resources

2 marks · Normal

Give two reasons why it is important to use more renewable energy resources instead of fossil fuels.

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Also accept: Helps reduce global warming; Less harmful environmental impact

Common mistakes: Giving only one reason

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Marking points

B1 · 1 mark · States renewables do not run out / fossil fuels will run out.

B1 · 1 mark · States renewables cause less pollution or less greenhouse gas emissions.

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1) Renewable resources do not run out, unlike fossil fuels. 2) Using renewables produces less pollution and contributes less to global warming.

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