9.5 Flashcards

1
Q

How can energy be saved in the home?

A

Double glazing, insulation, solar panels, water butts, underfloor insulation, cavity wall insulation

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2
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How can energy be saved on the streets?

A

Using hybrid buses, Santander hire scheme (Boris Bikes)

Congestion charge,

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3
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Advantages of wind energy.

A

Clean energy, generates lots of electricity, cheap

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4
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Drawbacks of wind energy.

A

unsightly, expensive transmission lines to transfer the power, kills birds

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Advantages of solar energy

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Creates jobs, little maintenance and efficient, no noise

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Drawbacks of solar energy

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Land cleared for solar use, photovoltaic panels can be harmful due to chemical composition, sun isn’t always around

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