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What did the 196 countries agree to on 12 December 2015?
What did the 196 countries agree to on 12 December 2015?
- To develop nuclear energy
- To increase greenhouse gas emissions
- To eliminate fossil fuel usage
- To reduce emissions above pre-industrial levels (correct)
Why is the energy sector important in the sustainability pathway 2050?
Why is the energy sector important in the sustainability pathway 2050?
- Because it is not relevant to sustainability
- Because it is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions (correct)
- Because it is the largest consumer of energy
- Because it is the only way to achieve sustainability
What is an example of a 'going greener' technology?
What is an example of a 'going greener' technology?
- Conventional Electricity Network
- Mini Hydroelectric Power
- Solar Energy (correct)
- Fossil Fuel Power Plant
What is another term for a significant innovation that alters the way consumers or industries operate?
What is another term for a significant innovation that alters the way consumers or industries operate?
Which of the following energy sources is not mentioned in the content?
Which of the following energy sources is not mentioned in the content?
What is a benefit of transitioning to a more sustainable energy pathway?
What is a benefit of transitioning to a more sustainable energy pathway?
What is anaerobic digestion an example of?
What is anaerobic digestion an example of?
What is a characteristic of a conventional electricity network?
What is a characteristic of a conventional electricity network?
What is the main goal of the Paris Agreement?
What is the main goal of the Paris Agreement?
What is a benefit of using mini hydroelectric power?
What is a benefit of using mini hydroelectric power?
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Study Notes
Biomass
- Biomass comes from various sources such as forest harvesting and residues, agricultural wastes, animal wastes, and municipal and industrial wastes.
- It is used to produce fuel and electricity through methods like combustion, anaerobic digestion, gasification, and pyrolysis.
Biogas
- Biogas is generated from the anaerobic digestion of organic matter.
- It can be produced at landfills from organic matter such as food waste and crop/plant waste.
- Biogas can be generated in a covered/dark place without the presence of oxygen.
Mini Hydro
- A mini hydro system converts moving water energy into electrical energy.
- It does not require a dam for water storage.
- Mini hydro systems are commonly installed in remote locations with no electric utility grid.
Stand-alone (SAPV) Configuration
- SAPV systems supply DC and/or AC electrical loads.
- Batteries are used for energy storage in many SAPV systems.
- SAPV systems can be configured in several ways, such as direct coupled systems or hybrid systems.
Paris Agreement
- The Paris Agreement is a global pact to reduce emissions and reduce greenhouse gas above pre-industrial levels.
- 196 countries agreed to the Paris Agreement on 12 December 2015.
Energy Sector
- The energy sector is important for reducing emissions and mitigating climate change.
Solar Energy
- Solar energy is a way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to a more sustainable energy pathway.
Disruptive Technology
- Disruptive technology alters the way consumers, industries, or businesses operate.
- It significantly changes the way things are done.
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