1.1 A2 Flashcards
Is the USA energy secure or insecure?
Insecure
In 2007, what percentage of global primary energy supplies did the US consume?
21.8%
In 2007, what percentage of the worlds oil did the US consume?
23.8%
What was the result of the 9/11 attacks in relevance to US energy concerns?
The US had heightened concern over their reliance on imported energy and the sources of the imported energy
Since what year has the price of oil been steadily rising?
2006
What is the first global problem for energy security?
Fossil fuels are running out
What is the second global problem for energy security?
Global sources of energy are unevenly distributed
What is the third global problem for energy security?
Demand for energy is increasing
What four things are needed to achieve energy security?
Control over supplies
Control over prices
Variety of energy sources
Political stability in source and consumer
Which state in the US has the largest economy?
California
What percentage of the US’ oil reserves are found in California?
16%
What percentage of the US’ gas reserves does California hold?
3%
What are the four reasons California suffered blackouts in 2001?
Poor weather
Insufficient generation capacity
Limited capacity of state power lines
Deregulation of power industry
What is the definition of energy security?
The access to reliable and affordable sources of energy
