- Year 9
Energy in the UK
I can describe the energy sources used in the UK and explain how they are becoming more sustainable.
- Year 9
Energy in the UK
I can describe the energy sources used in the UK and explain how they are becoming more sustainable.
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Key learning points
- The UK relies on both renewable and non-renewable energy sources.
- Wind power is the leading source of renewable electricity in the UK.
- Natural gas is often still piped to homes to be burnt to heat rooms and food.
- The UK has set a target to become carbon neutral by 2050.
- Individuals in the UK are encouraged to insulate their homes, install solar panels and drive electric cars.
Keywords
Renewable - something that can be reused and will not be used up or run out
Non-renewable - something that cannot be replaced that will eventually run out
Energy mix - the combination of different sources of energy used to meet a region or country’s overall energy needs
Sustainable - meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
Common misconception
Any energy source can be produced anywhere.
Human and physical geography must be considered when locating energy sources.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match these terms with their definitions.
Can be used again and again and naturally replace themselves
Will eventually run out and take millions of years to form
Using resources that meets today’s needs without harming future needs
Q2.Which of the following is a renewable resource?
Q3.Which resource is non-renewable?
Q4.The Earth provides us with resources such as water, sunlight, and minerals.
Q5.Which country is most likely to use the highest amount of natural resources?
Q6.Which of these statements is true?
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Match each term with the correct definition.
Can be reused and won’t run out
Will run out and cannot be replaced quickly
A mix of different types of energy used by a country
Meeting needs now without harming the future