It's Time to Use Green Energy

The Earth is getting hotter and hotter everyday. Thanks to our daily actions, we have more greenhouse gases in the atmosphere than ever. Every time you turn on the light, more power needs to be generated from a power plant that works on fossil fuels in most countries, even where nuclear power is widely used. We shouldn't even forget to mention how "safe" the nuclear power is, and Chernobyl and Fukushima are remarkable examples in this issue.

The world needs more hands to keep it safe and sound, and we all should be involved in this action, regardless of any difference that could be present among us. One positive step to take is to use power that is generated from renewable sources that are safe and almost harmless to the environment.

Solar energy is a great source of energy almost all over the world. In many parts of the world, the sun gives energy that is sufficient to power whole nations if used properly. If your country enjoys plenty of sun along the year, solar energy could be your choice for green energy.

If you don't have enough sun, you should have plenty of wind in your region. Wind energy is a great source of power that can be used virtually everywhere, especially in open areas such as green plains and even deserts.

The choice between solar energy and wind energy depends on several factors. First, you should find a proper location for the device to work properly. If you are about to use a solar energy device, you should put it in a place where intense sunlight is present for most of the day. A building roof or a high place is better than lower ones. For wind energy devices, you should place them on top of buildings, provided that the place is an open range for wind currents.

How to get a solar energy or a wind energy device? There are so many devices available for commercial use. However, these devices are so expensive for individuals, as they may cost thousands of dollars. Instead, you can build highly efficient solar and wind energy systems for much less.

Now is the time to think about using these sources of green energy, at home, school or work. You can build them using simple materials are available in most stores around you, and they'll save you a lot of money, and keep our planet safe.

Amr Abdelbadee is a student and a researcher who works on vital issues that concern almost every person all over the world. He's currently focused on green energy, healthy nutrition and global peace.

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