Efficient Management of Energy Resources - Strategies
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What type of insulation involves adding an insulation layer into the roof space of a building?

  • Underfloor insulation
  • Loft insulation (correct)
  • Cavity wall insulation
  • Double glazing
  • Which method fills a gap between inside and outside walls with an insulating material?

  • Double glazing
  • Cavity wall insulation (correct)
  • Loft insulation
  • Underfloor insulation
  • What is a purpose of double glazing in buildings?

  • Allowing for better ventilation
  • Increasing natural light
  • Acting as an insulator (correct)
  • Improving structural integrity
  • What process breaks down organic matter like waste food using bacteria?

    <p>Anaerobic digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy involves removing inefficient machines like electrical appliances or vehicles from use?

    <p>'Scrappage' schemes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a commonly recommended action to do with electrical devices when not in use for energy efficiency?

    <p>Keep them unplugged</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is incinerating household rubbish considered a disadvantageous method of waste disposal?

    <p>Emits poisonous gases during combustion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is recommended for disposing of used vegetable oils, according to the text?

    <p>Recycling them into biofuels suitable for running vehicles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the education-related messages mentioned in the text regarding energy efficiency?

    <p>Communicating significant savings in energy bills over the longer term.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach does the text suggest for exploiting existing energy resources?

    <p>Utilize renewable resources primarily with fossil-fuel power as backup.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a transportation policy strategy mentioned in the text to reduce emissions?

    <p>Offer incentives to buy more fuel-efficient vehicles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method involves obtaining oil or gas from shale rock using water, sand, and chemicals?

    <p>Fracking</p> Signup and view all the answers

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