Advancements in Wind Energy Technology and the Push for Renewable Energy

The transcript discusses a recent international conference in London focused on promoting wind energy. Co-organized by the British Government, the event aimed to advance the use of renewable energy globally. Britain is highlighted for its efforts in powering homes with wind energy and its goal to achieve 10% energy from renewable sources by 2010. The conference gathered energy ministers and experts from Europe to evaluate technological advancements and economic aspects of wind energy, working towards a global agreement on climate change and renewable energy.

What was the primary focus of the international conference held in London?

• Discussing fossil fuels

• Promoting solar energy

• Promoting wind energy

• Discussing nuclear energy

How many homes in Britain are currently powered by onshore wind?

• Nearly 1,000,000

• Nearly 500,000

• Nearly 100,000

• Nearly 250,000

What is the British government's target for renewable energy by 2010?

• 15% of energy from renewable sources

• 10% of energy from renewable sources

• 20% of energy from renewable sources

• 5% of energy from renewable sources

Who attended the London conference to discuss wind energy?

• Business leaders from the UK

• Environmental activists

• Energy ministers and experts from Europe

• Local government officials

What is Britain aiming to achieve through the conference?

• A new technology for solar energy

• A reduction in fossil fuel usage

• An international consensus on climate change and renewable energy

• A national policy on wind energy