Energy: Changes in Energy Demand in Developed Countries (High Income) Flashcards
Period of Increasing Growth: Increased car ownership
Increased car ownership due to two or more car households and
therefore increased demand for petrol.
Period of Increasing Growth: Increased ownership of electronic devices
Ownership of electronic devices such as laptops and tablets has dramatically increased (1). As the technology and affordability of these devices improves, more people buy them, therefore requiring more energy (1).
Period of Increasing Growth: Newer, larger homes
Newer, larger homes at the edges of cities require more energy to heat, leading to higher use of central heating systems
Period of Forecast Stable Growth: More efficient appliances
Improved energy efficiency in appliances such as energy-saving fridges and LED lights
Period of Forecast Stable Growth: rising popularity of Hybrid and Electric cars
Hybrid and Electric cars are becoming more popular as they reduce in price and have lower vehicle tax
Period of Forecast Stable Growth: Improved home insulation
Improved insulation in housing such as cavity wall insulation which
cuts down on what loss meaning less heating is required.
Period of Forecast Stable Growth: Discouraging the use of private transport
Governments are encouraging people to use cars less, which reduces the amount of energy being used in the transport sector
Period of Forecast Stable Growth: Banning incandescent and halogen lights in the UK
By banning incandescent and halogen lights in UK houses it means that people now use LED lighting which used over 80% less energy.
