EQ2 is the UK energy secure

Question 1

What is the trend in UK energy consumption?

Answer 1

The UK energy consumption is decreasing

-This decrease is attributed to greater efficiency and less industrial activity.

Question 2

What are the causes of decreasing energy consumption in the UK?

Answer 2

Greater efficiency and less industry
-These factors contribute to a reduction in overall energy consumption.

Question 3

What proportion of the UK’s energy mix was supplied by nuclear and renewable forms in 2015?

Answer 3

47%
-This indicates a significant shift towards low carbon energy generation.

Question 4

What is happening to fossil fuel power generation in the UK?

Answer 4

Fossil fuel power generation is falling

-The UK plans to close all coal power plants by 2025.

Question 5

By what year does the UK plan to close all coal power plants?

Answer 5

2025
-This is part of the strategy to reduce fossil fuel power generation.

Question 6

Which countries have seen an increase in energy imports for the UK?

Answer 6

Norway and Russia
-Energy imports have increased in recent decades.

Question 7

Is fossil fuel use for transport in the UK increasing or decreasing?

Answer 7

Increasing
-This contrasts with the overall trend of decreasing energy consumption.

Question 8

What is the predicted contribution of Hinkley Point nuclear station to the UK’s energy needs?

Answer 8

7%
-Hinkley Point is part of the development of new nuclear stations.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: Low carbon energy generations are making up an increasing proportion of the _______.

Answer 9

[energy mix]