Our future with renewable energy.

[Mauser]

In conclusion, it is possible for the world to be 100% dependent on renewable energy, but it would require a significant transformation of the current energy system and a collective effort from all stakeholders. Some countries and regions have already achieved or are close to achieving this goal, such as Iceland, Brazil, New Zealand’s South Island, Denmark’s Samsø island, and Germany’s Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Schleswig-Holstein regions. These examples show that 100% renewable energy is not only feasible but also desirable for a sustainable future.

Brazil is fully running on renewable energy? I haven't heard about that and it comes as bit of a surprise to me given how large and how many people are living there. Most of the other areas are fairly small with only a small population. In my opinion it really comes down to area where you are living, not everywhere is solar energy efficient, same goes for wind energy. It's much more profitable to build large wind turbines offshore where there is more wind. It's definitely possible to convert the whole world to renewable energies, but it's not going to happen in a few years. It's going to take large amounts of money to invest all around the world and many of the poorer countries won't be able to invest that kind of money. At the moment I don't really see a political solution where the whole world would work together to stop using fossil fuels. It's sad but we probably need more extreme weather before there will be enough pressure for the big countries to react.

[Negotiation]

Renewable energy for the world is much more efficient Renewable energy is a way to generate energy from unlimited natural resources. Different sources of fossil fuels such as natural gas, coal, mineral oil etc. are easily depleted as they are used up. On the other hand, renewable energy sources such as solar energy, wind energy, hydropower etc. do not get depleted easily with use and are renewable. Hydropower is the largest renewable energy source in the United States, with the total capacity of the Alta wind power plant and electricity in the United States and China. Renewable energy sources currently meet 26% of the world's electricity demand.

[DrBeer]

At the same time, there is another interesting "side effect" of alternative energy promotion. While the world, realizing the limited availability of fossil resources, is developing alternative energy, and some of the leaders of the oil market are themselves investing huge amounts of money in the development of alternative solutions, others are trying in every possible way "from all outlets" to spread the message to the masses that alternative energy is evil, not ecological, harmful, not profitable, fake and in general "Wind turbines shake so much that worms come out of the ground" 

[Silberman]

Renewable energy for the world is much more efficient Renewable energy is a way to generate energy from unlimited natural resources. Different sources of fossil fuels such as natural gas, coal, mineral oil etc. are easily depleted as they are used up. On the other hand, renewable energy sources such as solar energy, wind energy, hydropower etc. do not get depleted easily with use and are renewable. Hydropower is the largest renewable energy source in the United States, with the total capacity of the Alta wind power plant and electricity in the United States and China. Renewable energy sources currently meet 26% of the world's electricity demand.

Nonrenewable is not as easily exhausted as claimed, as we have been running out of oil since the seventies and despite using more oil than ever we still have a lot of reserves, renewable energy will slow down this process even more allowing us an easier transition between those two sources of energy, however I think the current renewable sources of energy are just a bridge, as once fusion energy is developed and mastered then that technology will become outdated, as fusion energy will not only be completely clean but it will produce way more energy as well.

[Smartvirus]

It's very possible for the world to move over to renewable energy. But there is large Market for crude oil already that is controlled by the high and mighty in the society, it has a very enviable profit margin. I feel this high and mighty people will fight the emergency of renewable energy because their source of wealth will be touched.
Secondly, it's too expensive to successfully establish the new structure of renewable energy across board, it can actually be done gradually with time but it will take a lengthy duration.

It’s sad that many things are politicalized in our world today but, some of the hold on renewable energy sources are linked with maintenance and cost of acquisition. These equipments are not readily affordable and if we could take the Tesla motors for an example, you would find out the business Musk is put in when the damages to these cars becomes the cases. It first needs to be affordable for easy adoption.

For me, making renewable energy come into fruition globally, it's something that should be done, because the direct emission of carbon has really affected and caused the depletion of the ozone layer,  there has been incessant occurrence of  heatwave is increasing by day, disaster like flood and wide fire constantly occurring. But if we begin to make renewable energy come through, some of this disasters will be reduced drastically.

For these, nature will always take its course despite human intervention. No doubt we brought or created situations that heightened the effects from these natural disasters but, finding your nation with certain regions or zones on the lines or longitude and latitude will always drag some of these disasters your way.

Good enough since have advanced to a point where we could predict but, it’s just sad that nature takes such toe on some of these nations. Even the Dinosaurs that did no carbon pollution got wiped out by disasters and what have you. Nature will always have its course!

[Argoo]

So I read a thread on the forum by Ultegra134 that talked about renewable energy and he asked;

"The big question here is, can the world be 100% dependent on renewable energy sources? How can that be achieved and are they sustainable?"

The thing is, according to several studies and experts, it is possible for the world to be 100% dependent on renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass. However, this would require a major transition of the current energy system, which is mostly based on fossil fuels that are non-renewable and contribute to climate change.

Most likely, the question was posed a little incorrectly. Countries are switching to the use of alternative energy sources and this is the call of the time, since the use of traditional oil, coal and gas is very quickly deteriorating the climate on our planet. If earlier people usually dismissed the solution to this problem by saying that it was a problem of the distant future, now everyone already sees the consequences of such neglect. Humanity will definitely switch to other, more environmentally friendly energy sources, and not only those that are currently known. But this is not an addiction. This is the convenience and safety of our society. We can switch to other energy sources at any time, which will be more accessible and cheaper.

[serveria.com]

Some countries and regions have already achieved or are close to achieving this goal, such as Iceland, Brazil, New Zealand’s South Island, Denmark’s Samsø island, and Germany’s Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Schleswig-Holstein regions. These examples show that 100% renewable energy is not only feasible but also desirable for a sustainable future.

I don't think these regions depend 100% on renewable energy or are climate-neutral or something. Even if the public/government is using and providing exclusively renewable energy it's not true for private individuals who still drive diesel cars, use natural gas or wood pellets for heating etc. In order to become truly climate-neutral you have to make 100% of population use renewable energy, which is not feasible atm. All in all, this climate/eco/renewable energy situation can be best described with saying "too little too late". We have already passed the point of no return according to ecologists and climate activists and only started doing something to prevent it.

[Arenga pinnata]

In theory it can indeed be done. But the transition period from fossil energy to renewable energy is actually a big obstacle.

Apart from the fact that it requires quite high costs in making facilities and such. In fact, the real obstacle is that we ourselves may already be dependent on the use of oil fuel energy.

But if awareness of environmental sustainability is increased, I believe that in the future renewable energy will really be used and become the majority of usage. But building everyone's awareness is the most difficult.

High infrastructure and capital can be overcome. But human awareness to love nature more, I think this is the real obstacle.

[DrBeer]

In theory it can indeed be done. But the transition period from fossil energy to renewable energy is actually a big obstacle.

Apart from the fact that it requires quite high costs in making facilities and such. In fact, the real obstacle is that we ourselves may already be dependent on the use of oil fuel energy.

But if awareness of environmental sustainability is increased, I believe that in the future renewable energy will really be used and become the majority of usage. But building everyone's awareness is the most difficult.

High infrastructure and capital can be overcome. But human awareness to love nature more, I think this is the real obstacle.

The world has been through similar periods before. Only in the modern world changes happen easier and faster than for example transition from horse power to steam engines
So I don't see any problems, especially considering the fact that we are not going to get away from it, due to the real limitation of fossil reserves. I.e. whether we want to or not - we are EXPECTED to switch to alternative energy - nuclear, cold fusion, renewable energy sources....

[Iroh]

Transforming the whole world into renewable energy is very difficult to implement.  For this, there will be many changes in our social system and life system which may be difficult to adapt to.  There are also many countries whose main trade is fossil fuels, they may not take the matter well.  Moreover, it is very complicated to maintain renewable energy. The industry of many countries of the world is immobile without fossil fuels.  In renewable energy we will not get the benefits that we are getting now.  Converting to 100% renewable energy is time consuming and difficult.

It’s not really that difficult to switch over to renewable energy sources. I think we are naturally resistant to change but change being constant is also inevitable. Sooner or later, It’s bound to happen.
What changes to our social life do you think would renewable sources of energy bring that would be difficult to adapt to? None that comes to my mind.
We’ve been for far too long solely dependent on fossil fuels for our energy sources and people are open to other options. We’re going to get a lot more benefits using renewable energy as these sources of energy literally cannot be exhausted. How does it get any better than that?

Converting to renewable energy being time consuming and difficult is merely propaganda pushed by oil tycoons who has  been making record profits over the years with little care for the environment.

[Unbunplease]

In theory it can indeed be done. But the transition period from fossil energy to renewable energy is actually a big obstacle.

Apart from the fact that it requires quite high costs in making facilities and such. In fact, the real obstacle is that we ourselves may already be dependent on the use of oil fuel energy.

But if awareness of environmental sustainability is increased, I believe that in the future renewable energy will really be used and become the majority of usage. But building everyone's awareness is the most difficult.

High infrastructure and capital can be overcome. But human awareness to love nature more, I think this is the real obstacle.

Using renewable energy has its pros and cons. Renewable energy is difficult to obtain in unsuitable weather conditions or from unsuitable materials. There is also the issue of durability. Often what is considered ideal is most often not. Therefore, the process of switching to renewable energy sources will be very long

[Silberman]

In theory it can indeed be done. But the transition period from fossil energy to renewable energy is actually a big obstacle.

Apart from the fact that it requires quite high costs in making facilities and such. In fact, the real obstacle is that we ourselves may already be dependent on the use of oil fuel energy.

But if awareness of environmental sustainability is increased, I believe that in the future renewable energy will really be used and become the majority of usage. But building everyone's awareness is the most difficult.

High infrastructure and capital can be overcome. But human awareness to love nature more, I think this is the real obstacle.

Using renewable energy has its pros and cons. Renewable energy is difficult to obtain in unsuitable weather conditions or from unsuitable materials. There is also the issue of durability. Often what is considered ideal is most often not. Therefore, the process of switching to renewable energy sources will be very long

Another issue is that those technologies use rare-earth metals and China basically has a monopoly on those, and with the current political and economic climate they are already using them against western nations, now the governments behind those nations are trying to find a substitute for those elements and they are obtaining decent results, but who knows when they will be able to get rid of the Chinese influence on that field, which could delay the adoption of those technologies even further.

[jasonjm]

Renewable energy is the future. In 2020, around 29% of global electricity production is through renewable means, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA) and this percentage is expected to increase in the coming years. Renewable energy is expected to become the largest source of electricity generation by 2025. It is also providing jobs to the people. It is estimated that there is an increase of over 150% in employment in the solar industry alone in a decade. An increase of 1/3rd is expected in the global additions of renewable power capacity this year, according to IEA's latest reports.  

Have a look at the latest data about energy generation by renewable means.

[Arenga pinnata]

In theory it can indeed be done. But the transition period from fossil energy to renewable energy is actually a big obstacle.

Apart from the fact that it requires quite high costs in making facilities and such. In fact, the real obstacle is that we ourselves may already be dependent on the use of oil fuel energy.

But if awareness of environmental sustainability is increased, I believe that in the future renewable energy will really be used and become the majority of usage. But building everyone's awareness is the most difficult.

High infrastructure and capital can be overcome. But human awareness to love nature more, I think this is the real obstacle.

Using renewable energy has its pros and cons. Renewable energy is difficult to obtain in unsuitable weather conditions or from unsuitable materials. There is also the issue of durability. Often what is considered ideal is most often not. Therefore, the process of switching to renewable energy sources will be very long

Another issue is that those technologies use rare-earth metals and China basically has a monopoly on those, and with the current political and economic climate they are already using them against western nations, now the governments behind those nations are trying to find a substitute for those elements and they are obtaining decent results, but who knows when they will be able to get rid of the Chinese influence on that field, which could delay the adoption of those technologies even further.

The point is that there are many obstacles to achieving the equitable application of renewable energy. And this has become a very normal thing. Because to achieve a change for the better definitely requires more effort. Which of course takes time because the research is quite long. Various things must be considered carefully. And again, there will always be pros and cons in world governments regarding this matter.

And building renewable energy infrastructure also requires quite large costs. So everything can only be done slowly.

Fortunately, all changes and advances in technology today are actually increasingly leading to renewable technology. In fact, investment in research in this field continues to increase. The goal is so that everyone can enjoy renewable energy but still at an affordable cost. But I doubt that will happen any time soon. But I believe it will happen. Even large companies like Tesla continue to research and develop technology that uses renewable energy. Or another example is the SunPower company which is currently famous as a solar panel manufacturer. And I believe there will be more and more companies operating in this field.

[dothebeats]

In theory it can indeed be done. But the transition period from fossil energy to renewable energy is actually a big obstacle.

Apart from the fact that it requires quite high costs in making facilities and such. In fact, the real obstacle is that we ourselves may already be dependent on the use of oil fuel energy.

But if awareness of environmental sustainability is increased, I believe that in the future renewable energy will really be used and become the majority of usage. But building everyone's awareness is the most difficult.

High infrastructure and capital can be overcome. But human awareness to love nature more, I think this is the real obstacle.

Using renewable energy has its pros and cons. Renewable energy is difficult to obtain in unsuitable weather conditions or from unsuitable materials. There is also the issue of durability. Often what is considered ideal is most often not. Therefore, the process of switching to renewable energy sources will be very long

Another issue is that those technologies use rare-earth metals and China basically has a monopoly on those, and with the current political and economic climate they are already using them against western nations, now the governments behind those nations are trying to find a substitute for those elements and they are obtaining decent results, but who knows when they will be able to get rid of the Chinese influence on that field, which could delay the adoption of those technologies even further.

The point is that there are many obstacles to achieving the equitable application of renewable energy. And this has become a very normal thing. Because to achieve a change for the better definitely requires more effort. Which of course takes time because the research is quite long. Various things must be considered carefully. And again, there will always be pros and cons in world governments regarding this matter.

And building renewable energy infrastructure also requires quite large costs. So everything can only be done slowly.

Fortunately, all changes and advances in technology today are actually increasingly leading to renewable technology. In fact, investment in research in this field continues to increase. The goal is so that everyone can enjoy renewable energy but still at an affordable cost. But I doubt that will happen any time soon. But I believe it will happen. Even large companies like Tesla continue to research and develop technology that uses renewable energy. Or another example is the SunPower company which is currently famous as a solar panel manufacturer. And I believe there will be more and more companies operating in this field.

You are absolutely right about this. I remember the days of national presidential elections here in the country I live in, one of the biggest talks during campaigns is the adaptation of renewable energy. There are of course those who are in favor of it as they support and believe in the benefits renewable energy will provide for the country and its people, while there are those who are against it (for now) as they believe that the country isn't ready for the required money, effort, and time it will take to fully adapt such system. In the end, there are surely a lot of things to consider before making such decision regarding renewable energy and thus it is safe to state that not every nation as of now are ready for it.

[TakeItEasy]

As compared to the pros the number of cons are more with that of renewable energy as we cannot get it easily and we cannot get benefit from it 24 hours per day. If we take an example of solar system so it cannot persist in every weather and every hour of a day.

The performance of renewable energy is not as fast as we requires but one benefit is here that world will not be effected by the harmful effects of sun when we use it to as a source of renewable energy. We will also be profitable and our money will be saved if we use renewable energy as it is cost effective and do not require much money to cover its bills.

[Fortify]

So I read a thread on the forum by Ultegra134 that talked about renewable energy and he asked;

"The big question here is, can the world be 100% dependent on renewable energy sources? How can that be achieved and are they sustainable?"

The thing is, according to several studies and experts, it is possible for the world to be 100% dependent on renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass. However, this would require a major transition of the current energy system, which is mostly based on fossil fuels that are non-renewable and contribute to climate change.

Some of the challenges and barriers to achieving this goal are technical, economic, social, and political. For example, renewable energy sources are often variable and intermittent, meaning they depend on natural conditions that are not always predictable or stable. This requires a reliable and flexible grid system that can balance supply and demand, as well as storage technologies that can store excess energy for later use.

Another challenge is the cost of renewable energy technologies and infrastructure, which may be higher than fossil fuels in some cases. However, many studies have shown that the benefits of renewable energy outweigh the costs in the long term, as they reduce greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, health impacts, and dependence on imported fuels. Moreover, renewable energy can create more jobs and stimulate economic growth.

A third challenge is the social and political acceptance of renewable energy, which may face resistance from some groups or individuals who have vested interests in the fossil fuel industry or who are skeptical about climate change. To overcome this barrier, public awareness and education campaigns are needed to inform people about the benefits and feasibility of renewable energy, as well as policies and incentives that support its development and deployment.

In conclusion, it is possible for the world to be 100% dependent on renewable energy, but it would require a significant transformation of the current energy system and a collective effort from all stakeholders. Some countries and regions have already achieved or are close to achieving this goal, such as Iceland, Brazil, New Zealand’s South Island, Denmark’s Samsø island, and Germany’s Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Schleswig-Holstein regions. These examples show that 100% renewable energy is not only feasible but also desirable for a sustainable future.

The world is already moving towards renewable energy sources and having a lot of success with it, however it's an expensive business so it is the richest countries in the world who are leading the way most of the time. Just look at the UK, it has vast wind farms which have enabled it to generate it's entire eletrical grid energy needs for days at a time, purely off renewables. One thing that is key to it however is diversification and nuclear power should still be considered as a backup or baseline load option, because it is much more reliable. Improvements to battery and long term energy storage will also be essential, because at the moment it is hard to store energy so it needs to be used around the time it is generated.

[Altryist]

The world is already moving towards renewable energy sources and having a lot of success with it, however it's an expensive business so it is the richest countries in the world who are leading the way most of the time. Just look at the UK, it has vast wind farms which have enabled it to generate it's entire eletrical grid energy needs for days at a time, purely off renewables. One thing that is key to it however is diversification and nuclear power should still be considered as a backup or baseline load option, because it is much more reliable. Improvements to battery and long term energy storage will also be essential, because at the moment it is hard to store energy so it needs to be used around the time it is generated.

If you remember the UK, then among European countries, I think that Germany will be a leader in this direction. But this is a long process and it is not so easy to immediately abandon nuclear energy, especially when it has always been the main source for many countries of the world.

Recently, we have increasingly seen how different countries are trying to use renewable energy sources, but this so far provides only a small part of the required capacity. China is now the leader in the production of solar batteries and they also use them, look, the length is about 80 kilometers, this is impressive.


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[Joshapat]

Renewable energy is of course the right solution to replace natural materials such as oil and gas which are increasingly difficult, maybe at the moment this seems strange but slowly technology will emerge that can use renewable energy so that it is no longer dependent on mining products such as oil, gas and others. .

[flyingcarpet]

As compared to the pros the number of cons are more with that of renewable energy as we cannot get it easily and we cannot get benefit from it 24 hours per day. If we take an example of solar system so it cannot persist in every weather and every hour of a day.

The performance of renewable energy is not as fast as we requires but one benefit is here that world will not be effected by the harmful effects of sun when we use it to as a source of renewable energy. We will also be profitable and our money will be saved if we use renewable energy as it is cost effective and do not require much money to cover its bills.

The energy you gave as an example, namely solar energy, can be converted into electricity and stored. In other words, even if we cannot ensure that this energy is produced 24/7, we can ensure that it is stored. There are many different methods and alternatives like this.

We must use renewable energy. Renewable energy is of great importance because of the possibility of depletion of our resources. The advantages of renewable energy outweigh its disadvantages. While energy is the most needed thing in the world, all alternatives must be evaluated and used cheaply.