Energy In Technology

Non-Renewable Sources

Coal• Coal accounts for about 65% of our na

tions power generation.

Coal is a Fossil Fuel

Coal is mined from the ground

For More Information:

• U.S. Department Of Energy• The Environment

Oil• Oil is one of the most important resources

in our country.

Oil Reserves

Oil Drilling

Oil Drilling can be very dangerous. Many fires occur due to the igniting of oil during the drilling process.

Oil RefiningOil is refined and separated into different grades. The

different grades of oil have specific uses in technology

Home Heating Oil• Home heating is a common use for oil. This

type of oil is a more crude oil.

Gasoline• Oil is refined and used to make gasoline

that powers automobiles. Gasoline is a bi-product of oil

Renewable Energy SourcesWind Energy

• Wind• Solar

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