Energy Resources and Consumption

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to energy resources, consumption, and environmental impacts, assisting in exam preparation.

Energy Consumption

Measured in terawatt-hours (TWh), indicating the total amount of energy used.

Carbon Intensity

A measure of the CO2 equivalent emissions produced per kilowatt-hour of electricity generated.

Renewable Energy Sources

Energy sources that are replenished naturally such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal.

Fossil Fuels

Natural fuels formed from the remains of ancient organisms, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

Nuclear Power

Energy produced through nuclear reactions, often using uranium as fuel.

Modern Biofuels

Biofuels derived from contemporary biological materials rather than traditional sources like biomass.

Ladder of Life Satisfaction

A measurement scale from 0 to 10 assessing individual life satisfaction through surveys.

Natural Gas

A fossil fuel consisting primarily of methane, known for its lower carbon emissions compared to coal.

Electricity Supply

The total generation and distribution of electricity from various sources.

Tar Sands

Accumulations of crude oil that require extensive energy and water to extract, often with higher emissions.

Energy Flow

The transfer and distribution of energy in various sectors like industry, transportation, and agriculture.

Clean Coal Technology

Methods and technologies aimed at reducing the environmental impacts of burning coal.

Global Natural Gas Production

Total output of natural gas measured in billion cubic feet per day across different countries.

Fugitive Emissions

Unintentional leaks of gas, especially methane, from natural gas operations.

Uranium-235

An isotope of uranium used as fuel in nuclear reactors due to its ability to sustain fission reactions.

Electricity Generation Mix

The combination of different energy sources used to generate electricity within a specific region or country.

Environmental Costs

Negative impacts on the environment resulting from energy production and consumption practices.

Energy Dependence

Reliance on energy imports from other regions or countries for meeting consumption needs.

Per Capita Consumption

Average energy usage calculated per individual in a given population.