Countries with energy security Flashcards
How much of Germany’s energy is it reliant on importing?
50%
How many barrels of oil do Saudi Arabia have?
266,578,000,000 which is over 200 times of proven resource compared to its annual consumption
How has international pressure affected Saudi Arabia?
As they are reliant on fossil fuels, they have pledged to source 50% of their energy by 2030
Is the UK considered successful in achieving energy security?
Yes, as they have a diversity of supply (energy mix)
How much of the total energy mix in the UK is Nuclear power?
8.4%
How much of the total energy mix in the UK is renewable resources?
5%
How much of the total energy mix in the UK is waste and biomass?
10%
How much does renewables account for in electricity production in the UK
43%
How much has the UK reduced its energy consumption by since 1990?
23%
What is the UK’s dependency rate?
35%
How much have the USA reduced their energy intensity by since 1983?
50%
How is energy intensity calculated?
By dividing total energy consumption by real gross domestic product (GDP)
How much has the USA reduced its energy consumption from 2019 to 2020?
7%
How much of the USA’s energy needs are imported?
13%
What percentage of natural gas and oil consumption does fracking account for?
67% (gas) and 50% (oil)
How much of Norway’s energy is from renewables?
45%
How much has Norway’s energy consumption risen by since 1990, and how much has its use of renewables dropped from?
27% and dropped from 53%
What countries use the highest share of renewable energy?
Hydro:
- Norway
Biofuels and waste:
- Brazil
Wind, Solar etc:
- New Zealand
What countries use the highest share of fossil fuels?
Coal:
- South Africa
Oil:
Singapore
Natural Gas:
- Netherlands
