Living Green - Episode 81 - Biomass Power

The video discusses the use of sustainable and renewable energy sources for heating homes, focusing on the growing biomass market. Midlands Wood Fuels has significantly increased its biomass fuel supply, converting wood into chips for sustainable power. The UK Midlands' first eco community in Wolverhampton exemplifies the adoption of biomass fuels for energy, heat, and hot water, highlighting the UK's commitment to renewable energy solutions.

What is the primary focus of the growing biomass market?

• Reducing carbon emissions

• Enhancing solar panel efficiency

• Increasing the use of fossil fuels

• Developing nuclear energy

What significant change has Midlands Wood Fuels experienced?

• A decrease in biomass fuel supply

• A reduction in wood chip production

• A 400% increase in biomass fuel supply

• A shift to solar energy production

How does Midlands Wood Fuels contribute to sustainable power?

• By harnessing tidal energy

• By using wind turbines

• By converting wood into chips for burning

• By installing solar panels

What is unique about the eco-community in Wolverhampton?

• It uses only solar energy

• It is the first in the UK to use biomass fuels

• It is powered by wind energy

• It relies on nuclear power

What does the eco-community in Wolverhampton demonstrate about the UK?

• An embrace of renewable energy sources

• A reluctance to adopt renewable energy

• A focus on fossil fuel usage

• A preference for nuclear power