Due to the harsh effects of global warming like flooding and extreme weather, many people are more interested in pursuing a cleaner and more environmentally conscious lifestyle. Many people are also more interested in using renewable energy sources like solar energy and geothermal energy.

Renewable energy sources are cleaner energy sources because, unlike coal and gas, they do not produce particulates that are released into the air. Renewable energy sources are also gaining popularity because they are less expensive since they are naturally occurring and do not have to be generated, just harnessed. The sun is accessible to everyone and so is the earth. The sustainability of renewable energy is also an advantage. Unlike gas and coal, the sun and the earth are abundant resources without limits. It is also safer than nuclear energy which can lead to potential nuclear meltdowns.