Many Reasons to Use Alternative Energy

March 18, 2008

There are many reasons why we would choose to use alternative energy and many more reasons why alternative energy should be used.  My reasons for using clean alternative energy may be different than yours but with the diversity of arguments for clean energy comes the strength of a collective purpose.  I believe this is one of the greatest things we can do for our planet, our country and our children. 

Some arguments for alternative energy include:

• Less greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere, there fore less global warming. Even if you are one who believes there is no global warming, you can say it reduces acid rain, and smog.

• Greater diversity in energy sources reduces the risk of a few sources monopolizing supply and disrupting prices.

• Self reliance, individuals and governments would benefit from generating more or all of their energy needs from alternative sources.

•  Patriotism, alternative energies tend to come from local sources; reducing the need for imported energy. Incase of war we would not be dependent on foreign governments to supply our energy needs.  It would be more difficult for someone or some warring country to knock out our power grid.

• Peace, there have been many wars fought over securing energy sources; as well, some foreign countries have used traditional energy sources as their basis of money and power to disrupt their citizens and world peace. 

• Monetary, conservation of energy used i.e. “neg-a-watt” saves municipalities, corporations and individual family’s cash, freeing up funds for other expenditures.  Locked in rates, many alternative energy source for example solar, wind, and geothermal have a high initial cost but relatively low production and maintenance costs and can save on future energy cost increases.  Save on your taxes, almost everyone does not mind paying less on taxes with tax incentives.  

There are so many benefits to using alternative energy, although not all potential sources are the best choice at any given time. 

You may have very different reasons for wanting to use alternative energy, if you have other reasons feel free to share them with us. 

John

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