Facts & figures on the most important future energy sources

(current as of July 2010)

At first glance, many reservations regarding renewable energy sources appear
plausible. Yet they often conceal a completely different picture. With facts and figures about the most important energy sources, this publication broadens the perspective to give the full picture.

• At first glance: We can‘t afford renewable energy. Truth: We cannot afford to do without renewable energy.
• At first glance: Renewable energy eats up more energy than it provides. Truth: The plants quickly supply more energy than was required for their manufacture.
• At first glance: Wind and sun are not always available. Truth: They are always there.
• At first glance: Renewable energies alone leave us in the dark. Truth: Sunlight alone supplies 2,850 times the worldwide energy requirements.
• At first glance: Solar energy is only worthwhile in Africa. Truth: Solar systems pay off on almost every roof in Germany.
• At first glance: Subsidised electricity generated from solar energy makes our electricity bill rise. Truth: A household invests only 1,78 € per month in electricity generated from solar energy.
• At first glance: Wind turbines are a blot on the landscape. Truth: Wind energy lets the landscape live.
• At first glance: Enough wind only blows on the coast. Truth: Wind is everywhere. And the right turbine is available for every location.
• At first glance: People in developing countries have to go hungry because of bioenergy. Truth: Bioenergy is an economic development opportunity for
  developing countries.
• At first glance: Biofuel generates more CO2 than it saves. Truth: Biodiesel saves up to 66% CO2. 
• Facts instead of prejudices