Oil companies must invest to protect
I believe in a clean and safe environment that one day will overcome the adversity the atmosphere faces. This problem is global warming and it is a major concern that needs solutions immediately. Over the past century massive increases in greenhouse gas have covered the earth, trapping heat and causing disasters. Sea levels have risen, glaciers are melting, and more hurricanes and tornadoes are developing. The greenhouse gas emitted from burning fossil fuels is the primary cause behind these tragic events.
Oil companies must invest in renewable sources! These companies are obligated to use their tremendous wealth to reduce greenhouse gas emission and increase the use of renewable technology to protect the environment.
Renewable sources
Wave power
Water covers 70% of the planet and 97% of that water is in the oceans. Imagine the vast energy potential that can be obtained. One of the methods is wave power; the captured energy from ocean surface waves. One technique to harness this energy is with a point absorber. The process is interesting; it is a floating structure with components that move relative to each other due to wave action. The relative motion is used to drive electromechanical or hydraulic energy converters. The prospective energy source carried by the world is 68%.
Geothermal power
Another fascinating source is geothermal power. It is the heat stored beneath the earth’s surface or the gathering of immersed heat in the atmosphere and oceans. A large geothermal plant can power an entire city. However, only 1% of the world’s energy is supplied by this source. This is distressing because it is clean and safe for its surrounding environment. More importantly it is a sustainable resource; by re-injecting the hot water used in the geothermal process back into the ground to produce more steam. This is imperative because it does not leave any by-products that are hazardous, such as tailing ponds.
Solar power
Solar power is sustainable as well and is one of the most captivating energy sources. It can produce energy from light. One of these brilliant systems is day lighting; which through various architectural designs can provide interior illumination. It can replace synthetic light and in return is completely environmentally friendly. Even though this innovative development has been around since the 6th century it still has relevance in this modern era. However, in this era photovoltaic power has been mainly used as a solar energy source. The technology converts light straight into electricity by using lenses and mirrors. This can be applied directly in residential housing and even commercial buildings. It is more than adequate to meet the needs of the average person.
Tidal power
Tidal power is a structure of hydropower that uses the movement of water caused by tidal currents or the rise and fall of sea levels from tides. There is an immense potential for energy from this source. The energy comes from the relative motion of the earth, sun and moon and an interaction with the gravitational force. A generator is able to absorb the energy and produce more power depending on the strength of the tide.
Wind power
Different air currents on the planet cause a convection system that reaches from the earth’s surface to the stratosphere. When the air in this system moves, it produces a kinetic energy source called wind. The higher the altitude, the stronger the wind and in turn more energy can be formed. Technology can obtain and convert the energy into a clean renewable source.
Ethanol
The energy used to produce ethanol requires half the energy it makes. Take corn for instance, an acre of U.S. corn can produce 328 gallons of ethanol. However, the planting, growing and harvesting will require 140 gallons of fossil fuel. Furthermore, burning food while the world goes hungry is senseless! Almost a billion people live in absolute poverty and suffer from chronic hunger. Ethanol as a renewable resource should be discouraged.
Waste management
The waste facilities in developing countries are abysmal and hazardous to the environment. The wind blown litter and leachating is destroying the nearby land surrounding the waste sites. The most horrible result from the waste is the methane and carbon dioxide that creates greenhouse gas. Modern landfill methods are necessary to help prevent further damage to the atmosphere. Many of these new aged facilities have gas extraction systems installed to remove landfill gas. Finances must be contributed to producing energy from waste. Harnessing the energy and converting it directly into combustion fuel could support the deterrence of an energy crisis.