Pros and Cons of Energy Sources Answer Key

Students evaluate advantages and disadvantages of eight major energy sources including solar, wind, hydropower, coal, oil, natural gas, biomass, and geothermal. They write complete sentence responses explaining at least one pro and one con for each source. This activity supports deeper understanding of how energy choices affect cost, availability, pollution, climate, and human needs. A final reflection question prompts students to think about which type of energy will be most important for the future, promoting informed decision-making and environmental awareness.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Science – Evaluating Energy Resource Trade-Offs

Writing – Explaining Scientific Ideas in Complete Sentences

Critical Thinking – Weighing Advantages and Disadvantages

Environmental Science – Understanding Climate and Pollution Impacts

This worksheet is part of our Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Sources Worksheets collection.