Better Meets Reality

There are several different types of hydro energy setups used to generate electricity globally. In the guide below, we compare hydroelectric dams vs run of river vs pumped storage hydro energy setups. We look at what each is, their differences, and examples of each being used in the world.   Summary – Hydroelectric Dam vs … Read more

Below is a collection of information and statistics that might help summarise the past trends, present use, and potential future of renewable energy.   Summary – The Past, Present & Potential Future Of Renewable Energy Current Predominant Global Energy Sources In multiple major countries across the world, fossil fuels make up the largest % share … Read more

We know that renewable energy is already being used in many places across the world. But, can renewable energy replace fossil fuels, meet demand, and power the world? Could we eventually see a world run 100% on renewable energy? We have attempted to give feedback to these question in this guide.   Summary – Can … Read more

Renewable energy is generally promoted as a key type of energy for the future. But, fossil fuels still serve an important role in society, and are still heavily used across society. Below, we outline why fossil fuels might still be used instead of renewable energy in some parts of the world, and across society in … Read more

Below, we look at different metrics to analyse whether renewable energy sources might create more jobs than fossil fuel energy sources. We look at employment on a global level, as well as in individual countries. We also break both renewable energy and fossil fuel energy into their individual energy sources. At the bottom of the guide, … Read more

Renewable energy is sometimes referred to as sustainable or green energy. In the guide below, we explain what each of renewable energy, sustainable energy, and also green energy are, along with what the main difference between the these categories of energy might be.   What Is Renewable Energy? We put together a separate guide where … Read more

Below, we compare renewable energy sources, fossil fuels, and nuclear energy. We asses these types of energy sources across different metrics and measureables, such as cost, efficiency, performance, and more. We use some of these metrics and measureables in a separate guide we put together discussing what the ‘best’ energy sources might be.   Summary – … Read more

Below we list the potential pros and cons of fossil fuel energy, such as coal, oil, and natural gas. We also include provide comparisons to other energy sources where relevant.    Summary – Pros & Cons Of Fossil Fuel Energy The summarised lists of potential pros and cons are:   Potenial Pros Fossil fuel energy … Read more

Along with the world’s soil and oceans, rainforests and tropical rainforests contain the highest concentrations of biodiversity on Earth They typically contain far more biodiversity than man made forests and tree plantations. Rainforests may also provide many benefits for humans, the economy, and the environment & wildlife. It is therefore in our interest to consider … Read more

In the guide below, we list and discuss the potential pros and cons of clean coal technology. We also include some comparisons to regular coal energy where relevant.   Summary – Potential Pros & Cons Of Clean Coal Technology Firstly, What Is Clean Coal? Read more about what clean coal is, and the different types … Read more