Renewable vs. Recyclable Resources

Some of you may be wondering what is the difference between renewable and recyclable resources.  Each of them are a little different and bring something else to the table. 

    Renewable resources are sources that are constantly replenished.
     

                                      Renewable Examples

• Solar Energy
• Wind Energy
• Geothermal Energy
• Biomass 
• Water

     A reusable resource could be used more than once.
 

                                     Reusable Examples

• Wood
• Steel
• Plastic bottles
• Air
• Water

You notice that water is both a renewable and reusable resource.  It has a rain cycle but that will only go so far depending on the weather.  Water is becoming less available as every day goes on.  This is because the population of the world is increasing.  Since there are more people coming into this world everyday, more drinking water needs to be consumed.  Furthermore, a portion of the water becomes polluted as each day progresses.  In conclusion, we should try to conserve water to the best of our ability considering it might not be as obtainable in the future.