Unlock 4 Unit 8 R&W - Reading 1

This is based on steam-powered turbines, is cheap to operate, but expensive to set up.

A type of energy which is efficient and which can be realised as required.

Report shows that 10,000kg of waste used last year to fuel energy plant

A type of energy which may be more common in countries with deserts or near the equator.

A type of energy which may kill wildlife or place boats in danger.

Government pledges millions for new steam-powered turbines

A type of energy which produces greenhouse gases, but which disposes of waste.

Rare eagle struck by newly constructed turbine.

Environmentalists question renewable credentials of bio-energy source

A type of energy which may require people to relocate.

Amazing summer weather creates energy bonanza!

Wave-power machines struggle to cope with harsh marine environment.

A type of energy which is expensive to begin with, although the technology is relatively basic.

Low rainfall suggest high electricity prices.

A versatile source of energy which will last forever, but which cannot work 24 hours a day