On what basis would you classify energy sources as renewable and nonrenewable?

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Renewable Energy
Renewable and non-renewable energy are the two types of energy that we consume.
Nonrenewable Energy
Non-renewable resources are those that cannot be promptly replenished after being used up.

Features Renewable Energy Nonrenewable Energy
Depletion Renewable resources cannot be depleted over time. Non-renewable resources deplete over time.
Sources Renewable resources include sunlight, water, wind, and also geothermal sources such as hot springs and fumaroles. Non-renewable energy includes fossil fuels such as coal and petroleum.
Environmental Impact Most renewable resources have low carbon emissions and low carbon footprint. Non-renewable energy has a comparatively higher carbon footprint and carbon emissions.
Cost Initial costs for renewable energy are expensive. For instance, it costs more to produce electricity using renewable energy technology than it does to produce it using fossil fuels. Non-renewable energy has a comparatively lower upfront cost.
Requirements for Infrastructure In most nations, the infrastructure needed to harvest renewable energy is excessively expensive and difficult to reach. For non-renewable energy, most nations have an affordable and accessible infrastructure.

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Features	Renewable Energy	Nonrenewable Energy
Depletion	Renewable resources cannot be depleted over time.	Non-renewable resources deplete over time.
Sources	Renewable resources include sunlight, water, wind, and also geothermal sources such as hot springs and fumaroles.	Non-renewable energy includes fossil fuels such as coal and petroleum.
Environmental Impact	Most renewable resources have low carbon emissions and low carbon footprint.	Non-renewable energy has a comparatively higher carbon footprint and carbon emissions.
Cost	Initial costs for renewable energy are expensive. For instance, it costs more to produce electricity using renewable energy technology than it does to produce it using fossil fuels.	Non-renewable energy has a comparatively lower upfront cost.
Requirements for Infrastructure	In most nations, the infrastructure needed to harvest renewable energy is excessively expensive and difficult to reach.	For non-renewable energy, most nations have an affordable and accessible infrastructure.