The Answer is Blowing in the Wind
Britain is in the middle of a serious energy crisis! We are desperately in need of a new form of energy which will be capable of generating enough power to see the country s homes, businesses and industries into the twenty-first century. But, that s not all! This new alternative source of energy must also be practical cheap to set up and maintain, highly productive and above all kind to our planet. This is certainly a tall order!
At the moment, more than 90% of Britain s energy needs are met by burning fossil fuels or generated in nuclear power stations. Unfortunately, these are not renewable sources of energy, and once they have run out, that s it. More importantly, though, these methods of electricity generation are harmful to the environment. They emit harmful greenhouse gases, which contribute to global warming and climate change.