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  Overview 
All energy sources (fossil fuels as well as renewable energies) have some effect on our environment. Therefore it is important to understand the impacts liked to the prodution of power from renewable sources.
The type and intensity of environmental impacts varies depending on the specific technology used, the geographic location, and a number of other factors.[1]
  Technologies 
  Solar 
  Hydro 
  Bioenergy 
  Wind 
  Energy Use 
  Improved Cooking 
  Productive Use 
  Mobility 
  Cross Cutting Issues 
  Grid 
  Powering Agriculture 
  Further Information 
  References 
- ↑ The Union of Concerned Scientists - http://www.ucsusa.org/clean_energy/our-energy-choices/renewable-energy/environmental-impacts-of.html