What is the good and bad things about wave and tidal energy?

Answer 1

Some forms of wave energy, such as x-rays and gamma, can penetrate human skin and kill cells within the body (this is why they are used to treat cancer). However too much exposer can be extremely harmful causing bodily defects and can alter the way unborn babies develope.

Answer 2

Wave and tidal energy are renewable sources that can provide clean electricity. However, the technologies for harnessing these energy sources are still in the early stages of development and can be costly to implement. Additionally, they can have environmental impacts on marine ecosystems and wildlife if not properly managed.

Answer 3

Yes, tidal power usually involves damming an estuary and this can affect the sediment balance in the estuary and also the movement of species up and down the estuary and cause the loss of intertidal habitats.

Answer 4

Firstly, it's more commonly known as hydropower. Here are a few advantages and disadvantages.

Advantages: The source is renewable and won't be going away any time soon. It doesn't effect/harm the environment.

Disadvantage: When the tide is out, you won't recieve any power.

Answer 5

The Good thing about tidal energy is that is a very clean for of energy. Tidal energy is also renewable. Tidal energy plants could be place along the coast.

Answer 6

It can only be generated at the coastline or off-shore; it interferes with water navigation and fishing; it will put coal miners out of work.

Answer 7

It allows people to generate electricity without burning fosil fuels and polluting the environment
tidal energy is very expensive