Energy Supply Flashcards
1
Q
Economic factors?
A
Accessibility
Developing countries need FDI
High energy prices cause more exploitation
New technology makes difficult extraction methods cheaper
2
Q
Political factors
A
Developing nuclear requires permission from International Atomic Energy Authority
HEP sites require international agreement
Kyoto protocol limits governments
Public perception affects decisions
Renewables are mostly available to developed countries
3
Q
Physical factors affecting energy supply
A
HEP needs a lot of water Solar needs sunlight Tidal needs large tidal range Deposits are found in limited locations Winds need to be constant and high Nuclear needs seismically stable ground
