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Introduction (Unit 1)

This document provides an introduction to electric generation systems. It defines conventional energy sources as those that have been used for a long time, like coal and natural gas, which are being depleted. Non-conventional sources include renewable sources like solar, wind, and tidal energy that can be replenished. Renewable sources are replenished constantly while non-renewable sources like fossil fuels will run out. Non-conventional sources are significant because they are renewable, pollution-free, abundant, and environmentally friendly. The document also lists the installed capacity of various renewable sources in India as of December 2021, with solar and wind being the largest at 49.34 GW and 40.08 GW respectively.

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Introduction (Unit 1)

This document provides an introduction to electric generation systems. It defines conventional energy sources as those that have been used for a long time, like coal and natural gas, which are being depleted. Non-conventional sources include renewable sources like solar, wind, and tidal energy that can be replenished. Renewable sources are replenished constantly while non-renewable sources like fossil fuels will run out. Non-conventional sources are significant because they are renewable, pollution-free, abundant, and environmentally friendly. The document also lists the installed capacity of various renewable sources in India as of December 2021, with solar and wind being the largest at 49.34 GW and 40.08 GW respectively.

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TECHNIQUE POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING


SUBJECT- INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRIC GENERATION SYSTEMS
TOPIC – INTRODUCTION
TEACHER – SNEHASHIS DAS

1.1 CLASSIFICATION OF ENERGY RESOURCES


Energy Sources
1.1.1 Conventional / Non-Conventional
1.1.2 Renewable / Non-Renewable
Conventional Sources of Energy – Conventional sources of energy can be described as sources of energy
which have been used since a long time. Conventional sources of energy are used extensively by mankind and
the magnitude of usage is so high that the reserves have got depleted to a great extent. Example: Coal, petroleum,
natural gas
Non-conventional sources of energy – Non-conventional sources of energy are the energy sources which are
continuously replenished by natural processes. These cannot be exhausted easily, can be generated constantly
so can be used again and again, e.g. solar energy, wind energy, tidal energy, biomass energy and geothermal
energy etc.
Renewable Sources of Energy - Renewable energy comes from sources or processes that are constantly
replenished. These sources of energy include solar energy, wind energy, geothermal energy, and hydroelectric
power.
Non-Renewable Sources of Energy - Non-renewable energy comes from sources that will either run out or not
be replenished for thousands (or millions) of years. These include fossil fuels, such as coal, and natural gases
that are burned to generate electricity.

1.2 SIGNIFICANCE OF NON-CONVENTIONAL ENERGY RESOURCES


Non-conventional sources of energy are considered to be important as they are renewable, pollution-free,
availability of them is in abundance, and they are environmentally friendly.

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TECHNIQUE POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
SUBJECT- INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRIC GENERATION SYSTEMS
TOPIC – INTRODUCTION
TEACHER – SNEHASHIS DAS

Difference between Conventional and Non-conventional Sources of Energy

Advantages of Non-conventional energy sources


1. They are renewable in nature.
2. They produce little or no pollution as compared to traditional energy sources.
3. They require little maintenance.
4. They are a long-term cost-effective choice.
Disadvantages of Non-conventional energy sources
1. The initial setup cost is greater.
2. Energy cannot be taken 24/7, year-round, because certain days will be windier than others, and the sun will
shine. Stronger on other days.
3. Energy must be stored. Geographical locations might be difficult to navigate.
AVAILABILITY OF NON-CONVENTIONAL ENERGY SOURCES IN INDIA

As of 31 December 2021, the total installed capacity for renewable energy in India is 151.4 GW.
The following is the break-up of total installed capacity for Renewables, as of 31 December 2021:

Wind power: 40.08 GW


Solar Power: 49.34 GW
Bio-Power: 10.61 GW
Small Hydro Power: 4.83 GW
Large Hydro: 46.51 GW

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