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Non-Fossil Energy Sources

GeothermalType: Electrical Generating Grid Distributed, Heat Generation Individually Distributed by DesignAvailability: ConstantIssues: Distribution, Cost, Storage

Lunar (Tidal)Solar (All forms)Type: Electrical Generating Grid Distributed, Electrical and/or Heat GenerationIndividually Distributed Availability: IntermitantIssues: Distribution, Cost

Type: Electrical Generating Grid Distributed, Availability: ConstantIssues: Distribution, Cost

Assumptions: Burning is bad (alternatives such as biodiesel are unacceptable). Storage issues can overcome current problems with energy storage and environmental impact issues can be solved. Diverse sources of energy with individual access are preferable.