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How Much Land Does It Take to Power the World?

Provided by: TED-Ed |Published on: April 27, 2021
Articles/Websites Grades 6-8, 9-12

Synopsis

  • This animated video compares how much space would be needed to power the world using fossil fuels, nuclear power, wind power, and solar panels. 
  • The video discusses other factors that need to be taken into account, including other environmental impacts, the costs of each, the wastes produced (if any), and the availability of natural resources required. 
  • There are five multiple-choice and three short-answer questions that accompany the video, along with links to additional resources.
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Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences, Economics, Engineering
Authors: Lisa LaBracio
Region: Global
Languages: English

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