{"id":50823,"date":"2023-11-01T13:49:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-01T17:49:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ecw.org\/?p=2700"},"modified":"2023-11-01T13:49:17","modified_gmt":"2023-11-01T17:49:17","slug":"why-is-renewable-energy-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Is Renewable Energy Important? 10 Critical Reasons"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With renewables in the limelight for decades, it begs the question\u2014Why is renewable energy important?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Climate change is emerging as the number one threat to humanity, from gigantic hurricanes to blistering polar vortexes. Let\u2019s explore why <a href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/renewable-energy\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6601\" data-lasso-id=\"5007\">renewable energy<\/a> is important for the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >What&#039;s In This Article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/#1-Renewables-are-Inexhaustible-Energy\" title=\"1. Renewables are Inexhaustible Energy\">1. Renewables are Inexhaustible Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/#2-Renewable-Energy-Reduces-Dependence-Overseas\" title=\"2. Renewable Energy Reduces Dependence Overseas\">2. Renewable Energy Reduces Dependence Overseas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/#3-Renewable-Energy-is-Cost-Effective\" title=\"3. Renewable Energy is Cost-Effective\">3. Renewable Energy is Cost-Effective<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/#4-Renewable-Energy-Creates-Jobs\" title=\"4. Renewable Energy Creates Jobs\">4. Renewable Energy Creates Jobs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/#5-Renewable-Energy-is-Clean\" title=\"5. Renewable Energy is Clean\">5. Renewable Energy is Clean<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/#6-Renewable-Energy-Helps-Local-Governments\" title=\"6. Renewable Energy Helps Local Governments\">6. Renewable Energy Helps Local Governments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/#7-Rural-Areas-Benefit-From-Renewable-Energy\" title=\"7. Rural Areas Benefit From Renewable Energy\">7. Rural Areas Benefit From Renewable Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/#8-Renewable-Energy-Increases-Access-to-Electricity\" title=\"8. Renewable Energy Increases Access to Electricity\">8. Renewable Energy Increases Access to Electricity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/#9-Renewable-Energy-is-Expanding-Rapidly\" title=\"9. Renewable Energy is Expanding Rapidly\">9. Renewable Energy is Expanding Rapidly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/#10-Health-and-Environmental-Benefits-of-Renewable-Energy\" title=\"10. Health and Environmental Benefits of Renewable Energy\">10. Health and Environmental Benefits of Renewable Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-renewable-energy-important\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-renewables-are-inexhaustible-energy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-Renewables-are-Inexhaustible-Energy\"><\/span>1. Renewables are Inexhaustible Energy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although fossil fuels are predominantly the source of energy, the reality is that they will eventually run out. And this is where renewable energy (wind, sun, and water) has an advantage; there is a never-ending supply. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the population grows (and swells), renewable energy can sustain our energy needs. The earth continues to cycle, constantly replenishing renewable energy, making renewables inexhaustible and popular. And many are recognizing this advantage because consumption of renewables has tripled from 2000 to 2019 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eia.gov\/energyexplained\/renewable-sources\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5008\">1<\/a>). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With fossil fuels, resources are limited, where importing and international tensions increase to obtain natural gas. Drilling for fossil fuels in our homelands is also an issue, as oil spills may occur, threatening our oceans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-renewable-energy-reduces-dependence-overseas\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Renewable-Energy-Reduces-Dependence-Overseas\"><\/span>2. Renewable Energy Reduces Dependence Overseas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fossil fuels are usually imported. In 2020, the United States, despite being one of the largest oil producers in the world, has imported crude oil from Canada (61%), Mexico (11%), Saudi Arabia (8%), Colombia (4%), and Iraq (3%) (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eia.gov\/energyexplained\/oil-and-petroleum-products\/imports-and-exports.php\" data-lasso-id=\"5009\">2<\/a>). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of using fossil fuels from overseas with geopolitical tensions, countries can use domestic resources to create jobs and produce cleaner energy sources (<a data-lasso-id=\"5010\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pewtrusts.org\/en\/about\/news-room\/press-releases-and-statements\/2012\/07\/24\/energy-innovation-seen-as-needed-to-reduce-dependence-on-foreign-oil-save-money\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3<\/a>). In fact, the U.S. is currently working on ways to build a 100% clean grid if you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4KJE3POgWSc\" data-lasso-id=\"86763\">watch this video<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, renewable energy gives countries a chance to thrive domestically. Nations can use natural resources available on their land, such as hydro, solar, and wind to generate electricity. Local manufacturing industries can also take advantage of renewables expanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-renewable-energy-is-cost-effective\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Renewable-Energy-is-Cost-Effective\"><\/span>3. Renewable Energy is Cost-Effective<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you answering the question, &#8220;Why is renewable energy important?&#8221; you have to mention that the price continues to decline (<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/energyinnovation\/2020\/01\/21\/renewable-energy-prices-hit-record-lows-how-can-utilities-benefit-from-unstoppable-solar-and-wind\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"5011\">4<\/a>). Its elements such as water, sun, wind\u2014are free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For residential homes, there is an upfront cost to pay, such as setting up solar panels. However, in the long-run, prices stabilize. During COVID-19, oil prices spiked because people used less transportation. Renewables are gaining an opportunity for faster adoption as renewable prices decline (<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/e360.yale.edu\/features\/how-renewable-energy-could-emerge-on-top-after-the-pandemic\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"5012\">5<\/a>). <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"ye_exprtquote\">\n\t    <blockquote  cite='Dan Shreve' >\n\t\t<p>Renewable generation sources have become extraordinarily competitive from an economic standpoint,&#8230; It\u2019s a terrific story.<\/p>\n\t<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, fossil fuels continue to fluctuate as politics, manipulation, and scarcity continue to drive prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"915\" height=\"509\" src=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AI_WhyRenewableEnergyIsImportant.jpg\" alt=\"A renewable energy system that helps show Why Renewable Energy Is Important\" class=\"wp-image-2703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AI_WhyRenewableEnergyIsImportant.jpg 915w, https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AI_WhyRenewableEnergyIsImportant-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AI_WhyRenewableEnergyIsImportant-768x427.jpg 768w, https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AI_WhyRenewableEnergyIsImportant-700x389.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 915px) 100vw, 915px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-renewable-energy-creates-jobs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-Renewable-Energy-Creates-Jobs\"><\/span>4. Renewable Energy Creates Jobs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As more countries start to adopt renewable energy, it will also generate more job opportunities. As a matter of fact, renewable energy jobs have the largest projection to grow faster than other industries. Jobs such as installing solar panels and wind turbine technicians expect to grow 94% to 100% in the next decade (<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/careeroutlook\/2018\/data-on-display\/green-growth.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"5013\">6<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Globally, there were 5.5 million renewable energy jobs (<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/859908\/employment-in-renewable-energy-sector-globally\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"5014\">7<\/a>). By 2019, there were 11.5 million jobs, doubling in roughly six years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-renewable-energy-is-clean\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Renewable-Energy-is-Clean\"><\/span>5. Renewable Energy is Clean<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fossil fuels emit harmful chemicals into our atmosphere, such as greenhouse gases (<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nrdc.org\/stories\/renewable-energy-clean-facts\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"5015\">8<\/a>). On the other hand, renewable energy doesn&#8217;t pollute the earth. In fact, it is the cleanest alternative source of energy available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Renewables come from clean sources, such as sun, wind, water. These elements also do not produce air pollution, unlike fossil fuels. While other sources, like <a href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/geothermal-energy-pros-and-cons\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/geothermal-energy-pros-and-cons\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5016\">geothermal energy have pros and cons<\/a> because they produce some air pollution, it&#8217;s at a much lower rate than fossil fuels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-renewable-energy-helps-local-governments\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-Renewable-Energy-Helps-Local-Governments\"><\/span>6. Renewable Energy Helps Local Governments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each area in the U.S. and around the world has different needs and costs. By using renewable energy, local governments can help communities and regions where the availability of conventional energy is not an option. Moreover, embracing renewables has advantages (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/statelocalenergy\" data-lasso-id=\"5017\">9<\/a>), such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Lowering electricity costs, saving money<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create local job oppportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reducing greenhouse gases and emissions within the community. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Renewable energy is a clean source, meaning it doesn&#8217;t produce greenhouse gases and emissions, and can even help improve air quality. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthening energy systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uplifting the community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-rural-areas-benefit-from-renewable-energy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-Rural-Areas-Benefit-From-Renewable-Energy\"><\/span>7. Rural Areas Benefit From Renewable Energy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many rural areas have limited or don&#8217;t have complete access to electricity. This is because either the location is too remote or the power plant is too far. The good thing is rural areas have vast amounts of land to use, readily available. Local communities, with the help of the government, can use renewable energy as another source for their electricity needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The benefits of having renewable energy for the rural community include (<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nrdc.org\/experts\/arjun-krishnaswami\/renewable-energy-brings-economic-boost-rural-communities\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"5018\">10<\/a>):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>New economic opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce water usage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protect against power disruptions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free up funds, as renewables are cheaper than fossil fuels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-renewable-energy-increases-access-to-electricity\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-Renewable-Energy-Increases-Access-to-Electricity\"><\/span>8. Renewable Energy Increases Access to Electricity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth is not everyone has electricity.  As a matter of fact, there are more than 1 billion people that lack electricity access (<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irena.org\/500\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"5019\">11<\/a>). Sadly, one more billion do not have reliable electricity. And, it doesn&#8217;t have to be that way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of conventional energy sources, using renewable energy can increase access to electricity, especially for impoverished areas. The declining technology costs, improved reliability, and supportive government policies can make renewable energy a sustainable energy source for long-term use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-renewable-energy-is-expanding-rapidly\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-Renewable-Energy-is-Expanding-Rapidly\"><\/span>9. Renewable Energy is Expanding Rapidly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Renewable and <a href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/alternative-energy-sources\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/alternative-energy-sources\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5020\">alternative energy sources<\/a> present excellent opportunities for possible investments. For example, job creation, industry expansion, stocks, and products such as the electric car mark the beginning of a new age (<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/futurism.com\/elon-musk-says-we-must-switch-to-renewables-or-plunge-into-the-dark-ages\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"5021\">12<\/a>). <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"ye_exprtquote\">\n\t    <blockquote  cite='Elon Musk (11)' >\n\t\t<p>And we will have the choice of the collapse of civilization\u2014and into the Dark Ages we go\u2014or we find something renewable.<\/p>\n\t<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, renewables are trending up. Global electricity generation from renewables in 2018 was 26.2% and may increase to 45% in 2050. In addition, the U.S. has seen a 100% increase in renewables from 2000 to 2018 (<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.c2es.org\/content\/renewable-energy\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"5022\">13<\/a>). To help put this acceleration into perspective, you can check out the latest <a href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/wind-energy-pros-and-cons\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/wind-energy-pros-and-cons\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5023\">pros and cons of wind energy<\/a> for a first-hand look at a rapidly growing industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-health-and-environmental-benefits-of-renewable-energy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-Health-and-Environmental-Benefits-of-Renewable-Energy\"><\/span>10. Health and Environmental Benefits of Renewable Energy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Renewable energy can help improve our health.&nbsp;For example, solar power can help the environment and increase health benefits (<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.energy.gov\/eere\/solar\/downloads\/environmental-and-public-health-benefits-achieving-high-penetration-solar\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"5024\">14<\/a>), such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Reducing water scarcity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mitigate climate change, saving billions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curb air pollution and prevent billions in health damages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce pollutants, saving thousands of lives in unnecessary health costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of the day, there&#8217;s many reasons <a data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-solar-energy-important\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5025\" href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/why-is-solar-energy-important\/\">why solar energy is important<\/a>, along with other renewable energy sources because their development unlocks a better future for us all, and the planet alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<section id='' class='helpie-faq accordions faq-toggle custom-styles ' data-collection='' data-pagination='0' data-search='0' data-pagination-enabled='0'><article class=\"accordion \"><div class='helpie-faq-row'><div class='helpie-faq-col helpie-faq-col-12' ><ul><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-52096\" data-item=\"\" style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\" data-tags=\"\"><h3 class=\"accordion__title\">Which Renewable Energy is Growing the Fastest?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:#FCFCFC;\"><p>The renewable energy that is growing the fastest is solar energy.<\/p>\n<p>It currently employs the most people globally and is projected to increase for decades to come.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-52097\" data-item=\"\" style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\" data-tags=\"\"><h3 class=\"accordion__title\">How Can Renewable Energy Save the Planet?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:#FCFCFC;\"><p>Renewable energy can save the planet by reducing our carbon footprint, resulting in less smog, better air quality, and cleaner water.<\/p>\n<p>For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/biomass-energy-pros-and-cons\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/greenbuildingelements.com\/biomass-energy-pros-and-cons\/\">biomass energy has pros and cons<\/a>, but when comparing the burning of natural materials like wood to fossil fuels like gasoline, it&#8217;s easy to see which is better for the Earth. From the health of our planet, to the health each individual all across the map, our collective futures depend on the development of renewable, and sustainable energy sources.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-52098\" data-item=\"\" style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\" data-tags=\"\"><h3 class=\"accordion__title\">Are Renewables Cheaper than Fossil Fuels?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:#FCFCFC;\"><p>Yes, renewables are cheaper than fossil fuels because they are inexhaustible. Rapid adoption is leading to the decline in renewable energy prices, including advancement in technology. Many will argue that fossil fuels are a cheaper source of energy, but that greatly discounts the future.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"ye_references_list\">\n<p id=\"references\" class=\"yeref-link\"><strong>References<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol class='hgreflst'><li><span>Renewable energy explained. Retrieved from: https:\/\/www.eia.gov\/energyexplained\/renewable-sources\/<br \/><\/span><\/li><li><span>Oil and petroleum products explained. Retrieved from: https:\/\/www.eia.gov\/energyexplained\/oil-and-petroleum-products\/imports-and-exports.php<br \/><\/span><\/li><li><span>Energy Innovation Seen as Needed to Reduce Dependence on Foreign Oil Save Money | The Pew Charitable Trusts. 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