Carbon case studies

Question 1

USA vs France (Varying factors for energy consumption) case study

Answer 1

USA:
- 2nd in the world for energy consumption
- Population of 310 million
- ¾ energy comes from fossil fuels
- Very self sufficient in energy- very energy secure
France:
- 10th in the world for energy consumption
- Population of 65 million
- 25% of energy from fossil fuels and 70% comes from nuclear power
- ½ of primary energy is imported- less energy secure

Question 2

Changing UK energy mix (Renewable and recyclable) case study

Answer 2

• Complete shift way from primary energy consumption towards alternatives like nuclear and renewables

Question 3

Denmark and USA’s energy targets case study (Access and consumption)

Answer 3

Denmark:

• Half of electricity from wind power by 2020
• No power from coal by 2030
• All electricity and heat from renewables by 2035
• Fossil fuel free society by 2050

USA:

• Achieve energy independence (no imports)
• Expand production and develop unconventional natural gas
• Increase renewable energy sources
• Minimise emissions reduction targets