Energy Mix (AQA A-Level Geography): Flashcards
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Energy mix
Energy mix
Combo of primary energy sources used to meet energy needs
Inertia (in energy systems)
Inertia (in energy systems)
Resistance to change in established systems despite alternatives
Geothermal energy process
Geothermal energy process
Cold water down, heated by hot rocks, steam up, drives turbines
7 factors shaping energy mix (memory aid)
7 factors shaping energy mix (memory aid)
A Good Idea: Good Policy Leads Development
Solar energy main disadvantage
Solar energy main disadvantage
Depends on sunlight availability, creates intermittency issues
Biomass energy major disadvantage
Biomass energy major disadvantage
Competes with food production for land use
HEP key advantage
HEP key advantage
Low operating costs, no waste or CO2 emissions
Niger's biomass % of primary energy (2018)
Niger's biomass % of primary energy (2018)
77%
% of Niger's population with grid electricity access
% of Niger's population with grid electricity access
20%
Renewable sources (except biomass) requirement
Renewable sources (except biomass) requirement
Specific physical conditions, geographically specific