UK and energy security Flashcards

(14 cards)

1
Q

What is the cause of the UK’s energy consumption decreasing?

A

Greater efficiency and less industry

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2
Q

in 2015, nuclear and renewable forms supplied __% of energy

A

47%

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3
Q

When are all coal plants aimed to be closed by?

A

2025

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4
Q

Have energy imports increased?

A

Yes, energy is being imported by Norway and Russia

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5
Q

Fossil fuel use for transport is…

A

increasing

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6
Q

Hinkley Point C is predicted to produce _% of the UK’s energy

A

7

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7
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There was a __% fall in the amount of energy used in the country between 1998 and 2015

A

17

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8
Q

What percentage of fuel in the UK comes from overseas?

A

60%

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9
Q

Where does the UK import coal from?

A

Russia

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10
Q

Where does the UK get gas from?

A

Norway

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11
Q

Where does the UK get uranium from?

A

Kazakhstan

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12
Q

What average distance does fuel travel?

A

2,500 miles which adds to overall carbon emissions

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13
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What country is the key provider of crude oil for the UK?

A

Norway, accounting for 60% in 2015

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14
Q

What percentage of crude oil imports come from OPEC?

A

36%

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