Energy Mix Flashcards
1
Q
Define ‘Energy Mix’
A
The proportions of energy that is available and used by a country to meet its energy needs.
2
Q
What factors may influence energy mix?
A
- Availability
- Cost
- Amount of energy produced per tonne (Efficiency)
- Political incentives/ government policies
- Energy demand
- Climatic conditions (renewables)
- Level of development
3
Q
Give the names of:
- a high income country
- a country with an emerging economy
- a low income country
A
- UK
- Malaysia
- Botswana
