All Flashcards
What are the consequences of burning biomass?
Deforestation, indoor air pollution, and carbon emissions.
What are the environmental consequences of fossil fuel combustion?
Greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
What is a consequence of increased energy demand?
Increased exploitation of resources and environmental degradation.
What is a consequence of using nuclear power?
Production of radioactive waste that needs long-term storage.
What is the effect of industrialization on energy consumption?
It leads to higher energy demand and consumption.
What is the effect of deforestation for biomass fuel?
Habitat loss, soil erosion, and reduced carbon sequestration.
What is the effect of increased transportation on energy consumption?
Increased petroleum use and emissions.
What are the consequences of high per capita energy consumption?
Larger carbon footprint and greater environmental impact.
What is the effect of using biofuels?
Reduced petroleum use, but potential land use changes.
What is the effect of using hydropower?
Clean energy, but potential habitat disruption.
How can transitioning to renewable energy promote sustainability?
Reduces reliance on fossil fuels and lowers emissions.
How can energy efficiency reduce environmental impact?
By minimizing energy waste and lowering demand.
How can promoting public transportation improve sustainability?
Reduces individual vehicle emissions.
How can improving building insulation promote sustainability?
Reduces energy needed for heating and cooling.
How can using smart grids promote sustainability?
Optimizes energy distribution and reduces waste.
How can carbon capture and storage help?
It can reduce greenhouse gas emissions from power plants.
How can promoting energy conservation help?
It lowers overall energy demand.
How can supporting research into new energy technologies help?
It can lead to more efficient and cleaner energy sources.
How can implementing carbon taxes promote sustainability?
Incentivizes reducing carbon emissions.
How can international agreements help?
They can coordinate global efforts to reduce emissions.
Define 'total energy consumption'.
The total amount of energy used by a country or entity.
What is 'biomass'?
Organic matter used as a fuel, especially in developing nations; includes wood and dung.
Define 'commercial energy'.
Energy sources bought and sold, such as natural gas, coal, and petroleum.
What are 'fossil fuels'?
Non-renewable energy sources formed from the remains of ancient organisms (e.g., coal, oil, natural gas).
Define 'hydropower'.
Electricity generated by the power of moving water, often using dams.
What is 'nuclear power'?
Electricity generated from nuclear reactions, typically using uranium.
Define 'biofuels'.
Fuels derived from biomass, such as ethanol and biodiesel.
What is a 'carbon footprint'?
The total amount of greenhouse gases generated by our actions.
Define 'renewable energy'.
Energy from sources that are naturally replenished, such as solar, wind, and hydropower.
What is 'natural gas'?
A fossil fuel consisting primarily of methane.