What are renewable resources? How can I purchase energy that is environmentally friendly?
Renewable means that the resource is capable of being replaced naturally. Some electric generation suppliers may offer an energy mix that includes the use of renewable resources. If you are interested in purchasing energy that is environmentally Friendly, ask suppliers what percentage of their mix is generated by renewable fuels or technologies. Examples of these include: solar photovoltaic energy, solar thermal energy, wind power, low head hydro power, geothermal energy, landfill and mine based methane gas, energy from waste and sustainable biomass energy.