Energy generation can occur in both renewable and non-renewable ways. Part a) List three methods of non-renewable energy generation. Part b) List 2 methods of renewable energy generation. [Bonus] Part c) Why might it be beneficial to use renewable?

a) Coal/Nuclear/(Natural) gas.b) Any two from Wind/Hydroelectricity/Solar/Geothermal or any other equally valid form of renewable energy generation.[Bonus] c) Fossil Fuel emissions can release gases into our atmosphere that contribute to pollution. Nuclear waste can cause environmental damage. Renewable resources allow us to generate electricity without having as much of a significant impact on our environment.

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