Solar and Wind Energy in Japan

The video discusses the use of solar energy in Japan, highlighting government incentives that encourage domestic solar panel installations. Japan is a leading producer of solar cells, but faces competition from China. The video also covers the financial and environmental motivations for solar adoption, and notes a recent governmental shift towards wind energy, potentially affecting solar tariffs.

What types of buildings were shown with solar installations in the video?

• Residential buildings only

• Commercial buildings only

• Both residential and commercial buildings

• Industrial buildings only

What is the government's tariff policy for solar energy in Japan?

• Electricity companies buy excess power at the normal rate

• Electricity companies buy excess power at almost double the normal rate

• Electricity companies do not buy excess power

• Electricity companies buy excess power at half the normal rate

Where does Japan rank in terms of solar energy capacity globally?

• First

• Second

• Third

• Fourth

Which country is starting to take market share from Japan in solar cell production?

• United States

• Germany

• China

• South Korea

What percentage of new homes in Japan have solar systems installed?

• 80%

• 50%

• 70%

• 60%

What is the average cost of a solar system for a house in Japan?

• $50,000

• $100,000

• $150,000

• $177,000

What is the term used in Japan to refer to environmentally friendly practices?

• Sustainable

• Green

• Renewable

• Eco

What type of installation did the phone company NT build in the middle of a rice field?

• Wind turbines

• Solar panels

• Hydroelectric plant

• Geothermal plant

What energy source is the Japanese government starting to favor over solar?

• Hydroelectric

• Nuclear

• Wind

• Geothermal

What change is the Japanese government considering for the solar energy tariff?

• Keeping the tariff unchanged

• Decreasing the tariff for solar energy

• Eliminating the tariff for solar energy

• Increasing the tariff for solar energy