VOICED: China looks for alternative sources of energy

The video discusses the rapid growth of wind energy in Jiangbei, China, highlighting the increase in wind turbines and the country's ambitious plans to boost renewable energy production. Despite significant progress, challenges such as grid capacity and energy waste persist. The video emphasizes the need for government intervention to address these issues and suggests that China could soon lead in global renewable energy production.

What is the local joke in Jiangbei regarding the northwest wind?

• It can blow away the unprepared.

• It brings good fortune.

• It is a sign of rain.

• It is a source of energy.

What percentage of China's energy is currently supplied by coal?

• 80%

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

How much of the world's installed wind power is China producing?

• 15%

• 5%

• 20%

• 10%

What is one major issue with China's rapid wind energy growth?

• High cost of wind turbines.

• Lack of wind resources.

• Grid infrastructure not keeping pace.

• Over-reliance on coal.

Why are wind farms often built in remote regions in China?

• To be closer to coal plants.

• To reduce land costs.

• To utilize stronger winds.

• To avoid urban pollution.