Wind Power in the UK (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Flashcards
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UK renewable electricity target by 2030 (%)
UK renewable electricity target by 2030 (%)
30%
Wind energy growth factor 2008-2015
Wind energy growth factor 2008-2015
Nearly fivefold (approx 4.5 times)
UK wind electricity % in 2008
UK wind electricity % in 2008
1.5%
UK wind electricity % in 2015
UK wind electricity % in 2015
10.4%
Where most UK wind farms currently located
Where most UK wind farms currently located
Onshore (on land)
3 UK advantages for offshore wind
3 UK advantages for offshore wind
Extensive coastline, shallow seas, strong wind resources
Type of energy source: wind power
Type of energy source: wind power
Renewable
Seasonal benefit of UK wind power
Seasonal benefit of UK wind power
Higher winter winds match higher demand
Main reliability issue with wind power
Main reliability issue with wind power
Unreliable - wind doesn't blow consistently
Onshore wind farm land use benefit
Onshore wind farm land use benefit
Land can still be used for farming