EU's Dependency on Russian Gas and Potential Solutions

What is the primary focus of the EU's potential sanctions on Russia?

• Stopping imports of Russian oil and gas

• Enhancing cybersecurity measures

• Imposing travel bans on Russian officials

• Increasing military aid to Ukraine

Which two countries import over 90% of their gas from Russia?

• Germany and Italy

• France and Spain

• Finland and Latvia

• Poland and Hungary

What percentage of the EU's primary energy consumption is represented by gas?

• 40%

• 30%

• 22%

• 15%

What is one of the proposed solutions to address the EU's gas shortage?

• Expand coal mining operations

• Reduce reliance on renewable energy

• Increase domestic energy supply

• Decrease nuclear energy production

Which country could potentially increase its gas production to help the EU?

• Holland

• Portugal

• Spain

• France

What is one of the challenges of increasing energy supply within the EU?

• Limited natural resources

• High labor costs

• Insufficient technology

• Lack of political support

What is a limitation of increasing LNG imports to the EU?

• High transportation costs

• Lack of storage facilities

• Limited global liquefaction capacity

• Insufficient demand in the EU

What is one potential measure to reduce gas demand in the EU?

• Encourage energy conservation

• Subsidize gas prices

• Increase industrial production

• Expand coal power plants

Which sector is likely to be affected first by a decrease in gas supply?

• Healthcare

• Agriculture

• Transportation

• Industry

What is a potential consequence of energy prices skyrocketing?

• More households unable to afford heating

• Increased energy consumption

• Expansion of gas-fired power plants

• Decrease in renewable energy investments