Sources of Energy – From Ancient Times to Modern Era
Page 1: Introduction & Transformation of Energy Sources
Introduction
Energy is essential for all human activities — from lighting homes to running industries.
Over time, our sources of energy have evolved greatly.
Transformation of Energy Sources in the Modern Era
- Past: People relied on firewood, coal, and manual labor.
- Now: We use clean and efficient sources like solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and nuclear
energy.
- Advancements:
- Use of solar panels and wind turbines.
- Electric vehicles (EVs) replacing petrol vehicles.
- Smart grids for energy distribution.
- Battery storage systems for backup.
Picture Suggestion: A timeline showing energy transformation:
Wood → Coal → Petroleum → Solar/Wind/Nuclear
Page 2: Ancient vs Modern Sources of Energy
Comparison Table
Ancient Sources Modern Sources
Firewood, coal Solar, wind, nuclear
Manual labor Machines and automation
Smoke & pollution Clean and green energy
Low efficiency High efficiency systems
Finite resources Renewable and infinite
How Modern Sources are Better
- Cleaner and less polluting.
- More energy output per unit.
- Integration with technology (IoT, AI).
- Supports sustainable development.
Picture Suggestion: Split the page into two sides –
Left: Coal mine, bullock cart, wood fire.
Right: Solar panel, electric car, wind turbine.
Page 3: Worldwide Survey, Energy Production & Costs
Global Energy Production (2023 Estimates)
Source TWh/year Leading Countries
Coal 9,800 China, India, USA
Solar 1,500 China, USA, Germany
Wind 2,000 USA, China, Germany
Hydro 4,300 Brazil, China, Canada
Nuclear 2,700 USA, France, Russia
Installation Costs and Durability
Source Cost (Approx.) Lifespan
Solar ₹40,000/kW 25–30 years
Wind ₹1.5 crore/MW 20–25 years
Hydro ₹7 crore/MW 50–100 years
Coal ₹5 crore/MW 30–40 years
Nuclear ₹10 crore/MW+ 40–60 years
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Page 4: Alternatives, Impacts & Eco-Friendly Ideas
Energy Alternatives & Their Impact on Humans
Source Impact
Solar Clean, but needs sunlight
Wind Clean, but noisy and location-specific
Nuclear Powerful, but risk of radiation
Biogas Sustainable, suitable for rural use
Geothermal Clean, but limited to volcanic zones
Making Energy Sources Eco-Friendly (Modern Tech)
- Install carbon capture systems in coal plants.
- Use AI to monitor and reduce waste.
- Develop eco-friendly batteries for energy storage.
- Promote solar rooftops and electric vehicles.
- Build offshore wind farms to save land.
Conclusion
Modern science and technology have made energy cleaner and more efficient. By investing
in renewable sources and reducing pollution, we can build a sustainable and healthy future
for all.
Picture Suggestion: Earth surrounded by solar panels, wind turbines, and green trees.