Renewable Energy

Renewable Energy

We've all heard of solar panels and wind turbines, but renewable energy covers more than that. It is energy from any source that is naturally replenished when used. Often called 'renewables', 'green energy', 'microgeneration' or 'sustainable energy', the main sources of renewable energy for the home are:

• energy from sunlight
• heat from the earth, the air or water sources
• plants grown for fuel (biomass or biofuels)
• waste
• The movement of water (known as hydro) and wind.

There are lots of different technologies available – usually used to produce electricity or to generate heat.

Why use renewable ?

There are lots of good reasons to use renewable’s. You will be:

• making use of secure, local resources
• reducing your dependence on non-renewable energy
• helping to keep the air clean
• helping to reduce the production of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases ( find out why your carbon footprint matters)
• creating new jobs in renewable energy industries
• saving and even earning money.

Alternenergy will analyze your building services and the local environment to establish the best opportunity for you to use Renewable Energy.