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geoffrey

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Explain (a) the difference between potential and known reserves and (b) why the cost of extracting potential reserves of fossil fuels is often economically prohibitive.
 
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Considering the site and situation of the city or region in which you live, what future energy alternatives are best suited to your location?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: Varies but should speak to the cost of technology to safely extract the resource.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Varies but should speak to Hydroelectric, Biomass, Wind, Solar or Geothermal energy sources.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 14, 2018
Thank you


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Reply #3 on: Jul 14, 2018
No problemo


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