Stratagies of managing climate change Flashcards
What is a financial incentive used to promote low-emission vehicles?
Financial incentives to promote low-emission vehicles and carbon-neutral homes
This refers to subsidies or tax breaks that encourage consumers to adopt environmentally friendly vehicles and housing.
What funding strategy is used to increase the use of public transport?
Funding increased use of public transport (eg, through subsidies)
This involves providing financial support to public transport systems to make them more accessible and attractive to users.
What is the UK government’s commitment regarding petrol/diesel cars?
The UK government is committed to banning the sale of new petrol/diesel cars by 2040
This measure aims to reduce emissions and promote cleaner alternatives.
What method discourages car use in cities?
Congestion charging and bus lanes in cities
These strategies are designed to reduce traffic congestion and promote public transport use.
What do carbon credit schemes entail?
The ‘polluter pays more in carbon taxes’ according to how much pollution they generate
This incentivizes companies to reduce their emissions to lower their tax burden.
What type of products are being banned to protect the environment?
Banning products that can destroy the natural environment, eg plastic ear buds
This aims to reduce pollution and protect marine life.
What educational initiative aims to combat global warming?
Education - increasing knowledge and understanding of global warming and measures that can be taken to reduce greenhouse gases
This initiative focuses on raising awareness about climate change and its impacts.
What government policy encourages the use of smart meters?
Government Policies such as ‘Helping Households to cut their Energy Bills’
This policy aims to improve energy efficiency in households.
What percentage of energy does the UK Government aim to create from renewable sources?
The UK Government is committed to creating 15% of energy by renewable sources
This includes investments in technologies like wind farms.
What is carbon capture?
The removal of carbon dioxide from waste gases from power stations and then storing it underground
This process helps reduce the amount of emissions released into the atmosphere.
What infrastructure can be built for better preparation for extreme weather events?
Flood defences could be built to hold back flood water
This includes using flood plains and natural wetlands to store excess water.
What has the Thames Barrier been used for?
The Thames Barrier has successfully protected London from flooding on numerous occasions
This infrastructure is crucial for flood protection in the city.
What restriction might be imposed during periods of drought?
Hosepipe bans during extended periods of hot weather or drought
This measure conserves water during critical shortages.
What is the purpose of London’s desalination plant?
London has built a desalination plant, intended to be used in periods of extreme drought
This plant helps provide an additional water source during critical shortages, despite high operational costs.
