Factors affecting access to energy

Question 1

All the factors (5)

Answer 1

• technology
• geology
• accessibility
• climate
• landscape

Question 2

Technology

Answer 2

• some countries are unable to exploit their energy sources due to lack of technology or money eg. Niger and their uranium reserve
• developed countries can exploit more renewable energy sources

Question 3

Geology

Answer 3

• fossil fuels found in sedimentary rock
• countries on plate boundaries can access geothermal energy

Question 4

Accessibility

Answer 4

• permafrost makes it difficult to access fossil fuels
• some resources are in protected areas and cannot be exploited (Antartica)

Question 5

Climate

Answer 5

• countries with sunny climates can use solar power more effectively than duller climates like the UK

Question 6

Landscape

Answer 6

• wind turbines most efficient in areas with a steady, reliable source of wind
• HEP requires lots of water and steep-valley sides