Sustainable energy can be broadly defined as that form of
energy which is produced by utilizing natural resources in a sustainable
manner. Abusive usage of resources today will deprive the future generations of
their right to use nature’s wealth to meet their energy needs.
Rather than fully dependent on fossil fuels such as coal, oil
and natural gas, we have to find ways to utilize alternative energy sources.
Nuclear power, solar energy, wind energy, geothermal power, hydroelectricity
and tidal power etc. are examples of renewable energy technologies that can
create sustainable energy, also known as clean energy or green energy. The
sustainable energy is termed as green as it protects the environment from
long-term damages or negative impact caused by unsustainable energy
utilization.
Burning of fossil fuels create
CO2 and other pollutants which cause global warming and climate changes. The
climate changes and melting of polar ice impose widespread destruction to our
eco system.
Efficient utilization of energy is another important factor
to support the concept of sustainable energy. We will have to develop new
technologies to improve the present-day energy efficiency so as to minimize the
consumption of available resources.
Sustainable Energy for All - The United Nations Secretary
General had launched an initiative to promote the use of sustainable or
renewable energy around the world with a vision to provide sustainable energy to
everybody by 2030.
All countries in the world should therefore adhere to certain
principles and regulations to encourage the production of sustainable energy.
This is essential to protect our mother earth and its resources for the good of
future generations.
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