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| | | | | | | What is green energy? | | | | | In the UK about two thirds of our electricity is generated by burning coal and gas in power stations. This process releases millions of tonnes of carbon dioxide into the atmospehere - the main gas responsible for climate change. Other toxic emissions, such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, combine with water to cause acid rain and global warming. | | | | | | | | | | The other third of electricity mainly comes from nuclear power. | | | | | | | | | | ‘Green’ electricity is a term used to describe electricity generated from renewable resources, such as solar, wind, geothermal, small hydro, and biomass. These "environmental friendly" resources, provide the consumer with an alternative to conventional electricity. They utilise the natural energy flows of the Earth and are known as renewable energy sources, because they will never run out. | | | | | | | | | | Currently, only approx. 3% of electricity used in the UK is from renewable sources. | | | | | | | | | | | | | Future Energy is an accreditation scheme for renewable energy in the UK. It vets and audits green energy offerings from suppliers, giving confidence to consumers and encouraging suppliers to invest in renewable energy production. |
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