Issues evaluation

• What is expected to be the big question at the end of the pre-release?

  Should the tidal barrage go ahead?
• What are the top three uses of energy in the UK?

  Domestic, transport, and services
• What does 'domestic' energy use refer to?

  Energy used in homes for appliances
• What percentage of the UK's energy comes from oil?

  40%
• What percentage of the UK's energy comes from gas?

  36%
• What percentage of the UK's energy comes from renewables?

  15%
• What percentage of the UK's energy comes from nuclear?

  6%
• What percentage of the UK's energy comes from coal?

  3%
• Why does the UK have high energy imports?

  Due to reduction in domestic supply
• What are the two renewable energy sources mentioned that are increasing?

  Solar and wind energy
• What is the main focus of figure two?

  Renewable energy sources
• What is biomass energy?

  Using plant and animal materials for energy
• What percentage of the UK's renewable energy comes from wind?

  28%
• What percentage of the UK's renewable energy comes from solar?

  5%
• What percentage of the UK's renewable energy comes from heat pumps?

  4%
• What percentage of the UK's renewable energy comes from hydro?

  2%
• What are the advantages of renewable energy?

  • Sustainable and can last indefinitely
  • Cleaner with low air pollution
  • Creates jobs
  • Generally cheaper than traditional energy
  • More stable energy prices
  • Enhances energy security for the UK
• What are the disadvantages of renewable energy?

  • Weather dependent
  • Requires a lot of space
  • Potential environmental disturbance
  • High initial setup costs
• What is the main focus of figure three?

  The tidal energy project and its implications
• What is one reason the tidal gateway project should go ahead?

  It will provide 100 years of clean energy
• How many homes will the tidal project power?

  About 2 million homes
• How many jobs will the tidal project create?

  13,000 jobs
• What is the expected economic boost from the tidal project?

  £20 billion to the local economy
• What is one environmental benefit of the tidal project?

  It provides flood protection against rising sea levels
• Why is tidal power considered reliable?

  The tide changes every 6 hours
• What is the setup cost of the tidal project?

  £10 billion
• What is a potential environmental impact of the tidal project?

  It may affect local fishing and habitats
• What is a challenge regarding materials used in the tidal project?

  Materials degrade in corrosive seawater
• What is a concern regarding the construction time of the tidal project?

  It will take 25 years to build
• How does the tidal project compare to wind energy in terms of cost?

  It is 10 times more expensive than wind
• What is the significance of the north-south divide in relation to the tidal project?

  It addresses employment opportunities in the north
• What is the expected impact of the tidal project on transport links?

  It will reduce journey times by 75%
• What is the teacher's personal opinion on the tidal project?

  It is a good idea overall
• What should students focus on when preparing for the exam regarding the tidal project?

  Balanced opinion with pros and cons
• What is the teacher's advice for using the pre-release booklet in the exam?

  Use it for key facts, not lengthy reading
• What is the teacher's sentiment towards the students preparing for the exam?

  Super proud of all my students