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Advantages and disadvantages of using tidal energy instead of non-renewable energy sources.​

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Advantages of using tidal energy:

-Environment-friendly

-A highly predictable energy source

-High energy density

-Operational and maintenance costs are low

-An inexhaustible source of energy

Disadvantages of using tidal energy:

-High tidal power plant construction costs.

-Negative influence on marine life forms.

-Location limits.

-The variable intensity of sea waves.

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