Global energy patterns
Which continent produces the least electricity in the world
Africa
What biophysical factor makes the Darling Downs a good solar-farm location?
It has fewer cloudy days
Name one way technology has changed modern energy production.
Solar panels have become more efficient
What does “COP” stand for?
Conference of the Parties
What does sustainability mean in an economic activity?
Meeting current needs without harming future generations
Which country produces the most electricity overall
China
Why is China the largest country shown on the solar capacity cartogram?
It has the largest installed solar capacity
Name one technological innovation that increases solar farm output.
Tracking systems that follow the sun
Where was COP29 held?
Baku, Azerbaijan
Name one criterion for assessing sustainability.
Environmental impact
What type of map uses different shade of colour to show electricity generation
A choropleth map
What does “installed solar capacity” refer to?
The total amount of solar power a country can currently generate
Give one way technology improves sustainability in energy production.
Reduces emissions through cleaner generation
Name one political action that can influence energy production.
Government subsidies for renewable energy
Name one future direction for the renewable energy sector.
Growth in large-scale solar farms
State one key reason why global electricty demand continues to rise
Population growth, increased industrialisation
How does latitude influence solar energy potential?
Lower latitudes receive stronger and more consistent sunlight
How do digital monitoring systems help renewable energy production?
They allow real-time tracking of energy output
How do international agreements like COP29 influence energy production?
They encourage countries to cut emissions and expand renewables
What is one social benefit of sustainable energy production?
Creates long-term, low-emission jobs
Name one reason high-income countries produce more electricity than low-income countries.
They have more advanced infrastructure and higher access to technology
Name one biophysical factor that controls the global distribution of solar energy production.
Levels of sunlight (solar radiation)
How has technology transformed the global energy industry?
It has increased the competitiveness of renewable energy
Give one political factor that affects investment in renewable energy.
Government climate policies
Is solar energy considered a sustainable long-term energy source?
Yes, because sunlight is renewable and produces low emissions