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Which of the following statements best explains the importance of the COP 26 conference mentioned?
Which of the following statements best explains the importance of the COP 26 conference mentioned?
- It mandated specific renewable energy production quotas for each participating country.
- It served as a platform for governments to commit to investing in green energy, signaling growing global support. (correct)
- It led to legally binding agreements that all countries must adhere to regarding green energy investments.
- It was the first time governments acknowledged the potential of green energy.
How does the integration of solar farms with agriculture demonstrate an innovative approach to land use?
How does the integration of solar farms with agriculture demonstrate an innovative approach to land use?
- It typically leads to decreased crop yields compared to traditional farming methods.
- It provides a model for maximizing land productivity by simultaneously generating electricity and enabling crop cultivation. (correct)
- It decreases the overall amount of energy produced per acre.
- It relies solely on government subsidies to be economically viable.
What can be inferred about the future job market in the green energy sector?
What can be inferred about the future job market in the green energy sector?
- There is potential for substantial job creation, possibly reaching 100 million jobs by 2050. (correct)
- Most of the employment will be moved to the countries that produce the technology.
- The number of jobs is expected to stay constant.
- Job growth is expected to decline due to automation.
What is the primary function of apps such as Wren, as described?
What is the primary function of apps such as Wren, as described?
What is the significance of the Flash Forest project in the context of environmental restoration?
What is the significance of the Flash Forest project in the context of environmental restoration?
Based on the information, what is a major factor driving the expansion of renewable energy sources?
Based on the information, what is a major factor driving the expansion of renewable energy sources?
What role do individual choices play in the transition to a sustainable, green economy?
What role do individual choices play in the transition to a sustainable, green economy?
What distinguishes Ecosia from other search engines?
What distinguishes Ecosia from other search engines?
What is one way that green technology is positively impacting local economies, as described?
What is one way that green technology is positively impacting local economies, as described?
Why are projects like Hornsea One and Two significant in the context of renewable energy?
Why are projects like Hornsea One and Two significant in the context of renewable energy?
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Hornsea One
Hornsea One
The world’s largest offshore wind farm, located in the North Sea off the east coast of England, powering one million UK homes.
Green Energy
Green Energy
Electricity generated from wind turbines, solar panels, and other renewable sources, playing a crucial role in combating global warming.
COP 26
COP 26
The United Nations Climate Change Conference held in Glasgow, where governments pledged to invest in green energy.
Solar Farms
Solar Farms
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Flash Forest
Flash Forest
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Carbon Footprint Apps
Carbon Footprint Apps
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Ecosia
Ecosia
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Green Economy
Green Economy
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Study Notes
- Hornsea One, the world's largest offshore wind farm, completed construction last year in the North Sea.
- 174 wind turbines, each 190 meters tall, occupy over 400 sq km of the North Sea, 120 km off the east coast of England.
- Hornsea One generates enough electricity to power one million UK homes
- Hornsea Two, an equally large wind farm adjacent to Hornsea One, is expected to become operational this year.
- Additional plans to construct wind farms Hornsea Three and Four are in progress
- The UK has over 11,000 wind turbines, making it a world leader in wind energy
- Wind power accounts for approximately 25% of the UK's electricity production
- In the Republic of Ireland, over 300 wind farms generate over a third of the country's electrical power.
- 2021 saw record levels of green energy production worldwide.
- The expansion of electricity generated from renewable sources like wind and solar is expected to accelerate.
- Green technologies are becoming more affordable and competitive.
- Renewable energy is an effective measure against global warming.
- Following COP 26 in Glasgow last year, many governments committed to investing in green energy.
- Renewables contribute to economic development
- Approximately 12 million people are currently employed in the green energy sector
- It's predicted that 100 million people will be employed in green energy by 2050.
- Wind turbines are attracting tourists.
- Wind farms near Palm Springs, California, charge $35 for tours.
- Rhode Island offers 1-hour ferry tours of an offshore wind farm.
- Some solar farms now grow crops beneath solar panels, using land for both food and electricity production.
- Technology is being used to restore natural habitats.
- Flash Forest, a Canadian company, uses drones to plant trees.
- Drones map optimal planting areas and then shoot seed-containing pods into the ground.
- The Flash Forest process is faster and cheaper than traditional tree planting.
- Apps like Wren help calculate carbon footprints and suggest actions for becoming more 'green'.
- Ecological alternatives exist for many everyday activities, including eating, travel, shopping, and entertainment.
- Ecosia, a search engine, dedicates the majority of its profits to reforestation, planting a tree for every 45 web searches.
- The transition to a sustainable, green economy is happening, but more action is needed.
- Progress depends on both public initiatives, like large wind farms, and individual choices.
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