Energy Consumption and Crises

Mr. Anderson discusses energy consumption, comparing personal energy use to societal needs, primarily sourced from fossil fuels. He traces the history of energy from wood to coal, oil, and gas, highlighting past energy crises. The video emphasizes the need for economic solutions and a shift to renewable energy to avoid future crises. It also covers the impact of energy prices and supply, advocating for sustainable energy sources to mitigate environmental impacts.

What is the primary source of energy for the average person in the US?

• Nuclear energy

• Fossil fuels

• Solar power

• Wind power

What was the first major energy crisis caused by?

• Overuse of coal

• Deforestation

• Oil embargo

• Nuclear disaster

Which energy source led to the industrial revolution?

• Wind

• Nuclear

• Solar

• Coal

What was a significant cause of the 1973 oil crisis?

• Economic recession

• Natural disaster

• Foreign policy

• Technological failure

Which energy source is currently seeing an increase in use?

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Renewable resources

• Nuclear

What is the energy return on investment for hydropower?

• 50:1

• 100:1

• 10:1

• 1:1

Why is ethanol from corn not currently economically viable?

• It requires too much water

• It has a low energy return on investment

• It causes too much pollution

• It is too expensive to produce

What is a major externality of using fossil fuels?

• Decreased global temperatures

• Increased biodiversity

• Decreased air pollution

• Increased carbon dioxide emissions

What is the main driver for moving towards renewable energy sources?

• Technological stagnation

• Public opinion

• Economic incentives

• Government regulations

What is the ultimate goal in shifting to renewable energy?

• To maintain fossil fuel use

• To reduce energy consumption

• To increase energy prices

• To eliminate energy crises