Changes in energy use

Question 1

Give an example of energy consumption changes?

Answer 1

Energy has increased in mining and manufacturing industries (Brazil)

Question 2

Give an example of how energy use changes with income levels?

Answer 2

• Increases in income mean consumers can afford to pay more for energy such as in heating, lighting, and transport
• Affluence enables higher consumption of goods therefore increasing energy

Question 3

Give an example of how energy use changes with population growth?

Answer 3

Total energy use increases with population growth even if the per-capita use remains the same

Question 4

Give three examples of changes in environmental awareness that affect energy use?

Answer 4

• Better building energy conservation
• Choices of vehicle type and usage
• Choices of consumer goods