Comparison of energy mix in Norway and UK Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
The UK used 34% coal in 1980 compared to __% in 2012
A
15
2
Q
Why did coal consumption decrease in the UK?
A
because current tech and environmental policy made it’s extraction expensive
3
Q
Gas in the UK increased from __% to 40% in 2012
A
19%
4
Q
Why did gas in the UK increase in 2012?
A
due to deepwater drilling for North Sea gas extraction
5
Q
What percentage of hydropower makes up Norway’s energy mix?
A
40%
6
Q
Why does Norway consume a lot of hydropower?
A
There are over 600 HEP sites which supply 97% of Norway’s renewable energy
7
Q
Why has there been an overall decrease in fossil fuels?
A
Because Norway committed to a 40% reduction in gas emissions by 2030
