Natural Gas vs. Sustainable Energy (AQA GCSE Geography): Quizzes
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When was the first North Sea oil extracted off the East Coast of the UK?
When was the first North Sea oil extracted off the East Coast of the UK?
June 1975
In what year did North Sea oil extraction reach its peak?
In what year did North Sea oil extraction reach its peak?
1999
How many barrels of oil have been extracted from the North Sea so far?
How many barrels of oil have been extracted from the North Sea so far?
Over 40 billion barrels
How many more years of production remain in the North Sea reserves?
How many more years of production remain in the North Sea reserves?
30-40 years
How many people does gas extraction employ?
How many people does gas extraction employ?
1.2 million people
How much less CO2 does natural gas produce compared to oil?
How much less CO2 does natural gas produce compared to oil?
46% less
What energy rating indicates homes that use the least energy?
What energy rating indicates homes that use the least energy?
A-rated homes
What does BedZed use rainwater for?
What does BedZed use rainwater for?
Flushing toilets
Where is the Chambamontera micro-hydro scheme located?
Where is the Chambamontera micro-hydro scheme located?
Andes Mountains, Peru
What was the total cost of the Chambamontera scheme?
What was the total cost of the Chambamontera scheme?
$51,000
What percentage of people said their income increased after the Chambamontera scheme?
What percentage of people said their income increased after the Chambamontera scheme?
60% of people
What environmental benefit does Chambamontera provide by generating electricity?
What environmental benefit does Chambamontera provide by generating electricity?
Avoids burning wood, saving trees