2 WHAT IS RENEWABLE ENERGY ?
Fondamental : LOOK AT THE VIDEO “What is renewable energy” AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS.
Définition : 1. Definition
a. Define “renewable energy” with your own words.
b. What is the main difference between renewable and fossil fuels ?
c. Why is renewable energy considered important for combating climate change ?
d. What are some environmental concerns associated with renewable energy infrastructure ?
e. How might renewable energy impact the economy and consumers ?
f. What is the goal of reaching Net Zero in terms of carbon emissions ?
Simulation : TASK 1:
Pairwork. You are advisors helping the government decide which energy source to invest in.
One of you is for renewable energy and the other is for nonrenewable energy.
 | Roleplay a conversation around this subject. (2 hours of preparation) |
Fondamental : 2. An example: Watch both videos about Geothermal energy and answer the following questions.
Fisrt video : Geothermal | Second video : Geothermal Energy Disadvantages and Advantages |
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Complément :
a. What is geothermal energy ?
b. Where are geothermal resources most commonly found ?
c. What are the different power plants for exploiting geothermal power and what are the differences between them ?
d. What are some environmental benefits of geothermal energy ?
e. How can geothermal energy help recycle wastewater ?
f. What valuable materials can be obtained from solid waste produced by geothermal plants ?
g. What are the main disadvantages associated with geothermal energy ?
h. Why is geothermal energy considered a renewable resource ?
