In the European Union, which form of fuel production produces the most energy?
a. Fossil fuels (coal, natural gas, oil, etc.)
b. Nuclear power c. Renewables, such as wind and solar power d. Hydro-electric power
The burning of fossil fuels contributes to which of these damaging processes?
a. Global warming, through the release of greenhouse gases b. Acid rain c. Poor air quality
d. All of the above
The amount of carbon dioxide produced by the burning of fossil fuel depends on the type of fuel burnt. Which of these fuels releases less carbon dioxide than the others?
a. Coal
b. Natural gas
c. Oil d. Petroleum
Greenhouse gas emissions have risen in Europe during the past ten years. True or false?
a. True
b. False
Renewable energy can have some negative impacts on the environment. Which types of renewable energy schemes are most often criticised for their negative environmental and social impacts?
a. Wind farms
b. Large scale hydro-power schemes
c. Solar energy collectors d. Geothermal plants
The normal operation of nuclear power stations does not result in serious environmental impacts. True or false?
a. True
b. False
The long-term storage of radioactive waste and the decommissioning of reactors at the end of their lifetime cause no more major concerns. True or false?
a. True
b. False
Water used to cool electricity generators also cools down the temperature of the body of water it is returned to. True or false?
a. True
b. False
Mining activities, plants and pipelines
a. Cause physical intrusion b. Place pressure on land resources c. Result in liquid mine waste that pollutes water
d. All of the above
Dams improve the functioning of the hydrological cycle as well as water quality and reliability. True or false?
a. True
b. False
What is the overall renewable energy target for the EU's total energy consumption by 2010?
a. 10 percent
b. 12 percent
c. 14 percent d. 16 percent
Which of the following can you do to improve energy efficiency in the home?
a. Improve the thermo-insulation b. Chose appliances with lower energy consumption c. Use direct rather than indirect lighting
