Benefits of Renewable Energy

What is one benefit of using renewable energy?

• It increases dependence on non-renewable energy.

• It helps to keep the air clean.

• It raises carbon dioxide production.

• It depletes local resources.

How does renewable energy impact greenhouse gas production?

• It increases the production of greenhouse gases.

• It has no effect on greenhouse gases.

• It helps to reduce the production of greenhouse gases.

• It doubles the production of greenhouse gases.

Which of the following is a job-related benefit of renewable energy?

• It reduces job opportunities in renewable energy industries.

• It creates new jobs in renewable energy industries.

• It eliminates jobs in local communities.

• It has no impact on job creation.

What is a financial benefit of using renewable energy?

• It always results in financial loss.

• It saves and can even earn money.

• It has no financial impact.

• It increases energy costs.

What is the primary function of wind turbines?

• To generate mechanical power for vehicles

• To produce electrical power using wind energy

• To store solar energy

• To convert water into steam

How are the blades of wind turbines designed?

• Like helicopter rotors

• Like aircraft wings

• Like solar panels

• Like water wheels

What percentage of Europe’s wind energy blows over the UK?

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

• 50%

Why are wind turbines considered environmentally friendly?

• They use fossil fuels

• They have a smaller impact on the environment

• They require no maintenance

• They are made of biodegradable materials

What is one advantage of wind energy mentioned in the document?

• It is always consistent in energy production.

• It benefits from the Government’s feed-in tariff (before March 2019).

• It is silent and causes no vibration.

• It does not pose any danger to bird life.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of wind energy?

• Wind is free and renewable.

• Turbines do not produce greenhouse gases once installed.

• Turbines can be noisy and cause vibration if pole mounted on a building.

• It protects against rising energy costs.