Chapter 13 Earth's Natural Resources 1

Because nonrenewable resources are limited and their use can harm the environment.

Because renewable resources are more expensive.

Because nonrenewable resources are easier to access.

Because renewable resources do not produce any energy.

Solar energy

Coal

Natural gas

Fossil fuel oil

Coal

Natural gas

Oil

Wind

United States

China

India

Australia

Increase the use of renewable energy sources like wind and solar power

Continue using fossil fuels for energy production

Rely more on nuclear energy

Reduce energy consumption by eliminating electricity use

Producing electricity at power plants

Smelting steel

Making bricks

Fuel for automobiles