P3.5 Big energy issues Flashcards
1
Q
How is the demand for electricity met by?
A
Using nuclear and coal-fired power stations
Using gas-fired power stations
Using renewable energy sources when demand is high
2
Q
What power station takes the shortest time to start-up?
A
Nautral gas
3
Q
What power station takes the longest time to start-up?
A
Nuclear power stations
4
Q
What are capital costs?
A
Decommissioning costs
