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
2
Q
How can energy be saved on the streets?
A
Using hybrid buses, Santander hire scheme (Boris Bikes)
Congestion charge,
3
Q
Advantages of wind energy.
A
Clean energy, generates lots of electricity, cheap
4
Q
Drawbacks of wind energy.
A
unsightly, expensive transmission lines to transfer the power, kills birds
5
Q
Advantages of solar energy
A
Creates jobs, little maintenance and efficient, no noise
6
Q
Drawbacks of solar energy
A
Land cleared for solar use, photovoltaic panels can be harmful due to chemical composition, sun isn’t always around