Subject (Geographic - Hierarchical) Country: UNITED STATES State: New Jersey
Subject (Topical)Agriculture; Climate; Climate change; Conservation; Energy; Renewable energy sources; Biomass energy; Climatic changes; Energy conservation; Geothermal resources; Global warming; Solar energy; Water-power; Wind power
DescriptionMany alternatives to using conventional fuels and electrical generation can be implemented in agricultural operations. This fact sheet discusses the potential for use of energy from biomass, solar, wind, geothermal and water power. The general concerns that apply to all forms of locally produced energy include capital and ongoing costs, on-site and off-site uses and the specific applicability of different forms of renewable energy to particular farming operations. The viability of any particular form of locally produced energy often depends on current and projected energy pricing as well as the ability to transport excess energy off-site and to import energy when on-site production does not meet current needs.
This brief report lists alternatives to using conventional fuels and electrical generation in agricultural operations such as wind energy, hydro power, geothermal and biomass sources of energy.
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Organization NameNew Jersey Environmental Digital Library
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