The Wind Using the wind as a source of energy is not new. Windmills have been in use for thousands of years in Asia, and for hundreds of years in Europe. Read the appropriate paragraphs on wind in the article from Canadian Geographic, or similar article. List three places where the wind is being used as a source of power. If you said that it cannot be used all the time, explain how wind power could be integrated with other sources to provide continuous power.
Wind power is used in northern communities.
Trees and other plants are also biomass. They can be used to produce energy in the form of heat and electricity. Garbage can also be burned for its energy. Think of some advantages and disadvantages of using trees, other plants, and garbage as a source of energy. Consider why it is not being done right now in your community.