4.4 Energy Security

Cards (23)

  • What is the primary goal of energy security?
    Uninterrupted availability of energy
  • How is nuclear energy produced?
    Splitting uranium atoms
  • What is the impact of high oil prices on energy affordability?
    Reduces affordability
  • Energy insecurity disproportionately affects lower-income communities
  • Match the type of energy resource with an example:
    Fossil Fuels ↔️ Oil
    Renewable ↔️ Solar
    Nuclear ↔️ Uranium
  • Nuclear energy is produced by splitting uranium atoms
  • The key energy resources used globally can be categorized into three main types: fossil fuels, renewable, and nuclear
  • Match the energy type with its example:
    Fossil Fuels ↔️ Oil
    Renewable ↔️ Wind
    Nuclear ↔️ Uranium
  • Political instability in a country can disrupt energy supply.

    True
  • How does energy insecurity affect the environment?
    Increased reliance on fossil fuels
  • Fossil fuels are non-renewable resources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals
  • Match the factor affecting energy security with its impact:
    Availability ↔️ Requires imports if local sources are insufficient
    Affordability ↔️ High prices reduce economic growth
    Reliability ↔️ Weather affects solar energy
    Security ↔️ Political instability disrupts supply
  • Match the implication of energy insecurity with an example:
    Economic ↔️ Blackouts disrupt businesses in Venezuela
    Social ↔️ Households cannot afford energy in Argentina
    Environmental ↔️ Germany reverts to coal due to gas shortages
  • Match the strategy for enhancing energy security with its impact:
    Investing in renewable energy ↔️ Reduces dependence on fossil fuels
    Enhancing storage and distribution ↔️ Ensures consistent energy supply
  • Fossil fuels are renewable energy sources.
    False
  • Countries rich in fossil fuels like Saudi Arabia have high energy availability
  • What does energy insecurity refer to?
    Lack of reliable energy supply
  • The key energy resources used globally can be categorized into three main types
  • Renewable energy sources are replenished naturally and are generally considered more sustainable.

    True
  • Countries rich in fossil fuels like Saudi Arabia have high energy availability.
    True
  • Diversification of energy sources helps mitigate the risks associated with supply disruptions or price volatility
  • Energy insecurity refers to the lack of reliable, affordable, and accessible energy
  • Improving energy efficiency reduces overall energy demand and enhances energy security.

    True