Trends in Energy Resource Use

Question 1

What is used to produce most of our electricity?

Answer 1

• Fossil fuels (mostly coal and gas).
• Nuclear power.
• Renewable energy resources like wind power.

Question 2

Other than generating electricity, what other reasons are there for burning fossil fuels?

Answer 2

• Oil (diesel and petrol) is used to fuel cars.

- Gas is used to heat homes and cook food.

Question 3

Other than generating electricity, what other reasons are there for using renewable energy resources?

Answer 3

• Bio-fuels can be used to exclusively power vehicles.

- Solar water heaters can be used to heat buildings.

Question 4

What is the current aim for renewable energy usage in the UK?

Answer 4

The UK aims to use renewable resources to provide 15% of its total yearly energy by 2020.