1. Climate 2. Water Supply 3. Vegetation type and volume 4.Tidal Range 5.Geology
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6 Economic influences on energy supply
1. Technology 2. Demand 3. Site 4. Transport 5. Cost of fuels/operation 6. Waste Disposal
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3 Social influences on energy supply
1. Safety 2. Noise 3. Pollution
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6 Political influences
1. Agreement with neighbours 2. Security 3. Anti-pollution agreements 4. Opposition from voters 5. Quotas on renewables 6. Cost
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What is energy mix ?
The relative contribution of different energy sources to a countries energy production or consumption.
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What is the relationship between energy use and economic development ?
As economies develop - demand for energy increases. There is a positive correlation between economic development and energy use, as one increases, so does the other.
What are the economic issues associated with increased demand for energy
Cost of power stations, Shortage of skilled workers, rising cost of energy, regional inequalities based on energy resources, energy is needed to develop
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What are the social issues with increased demand for energy ?
Health problems for people near stations / Pylons, energy poverty - old and poor at risk
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What are the enviromental issues with increased demand for energy ?
Fossil fuel combustion is a major contributor to global warming, Pollution from oil leaks, firewood demand can cause deforestation, Visual pollution, River problems
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What are the political issues with increased demand for energy ?
Energy wars, energy colonialisation
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How can energy be managed ?
Managing energy supply is about balancing socio-economic and environmental needs. This requires detailed planning and management
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What is sustainability ?
Meeting our needs while not compromising the capacity of future generations to meet their nees.
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