Britain to phase out coal power stations within a decade with the government saying the UK's energy future lies in gas

Britain to phase out coal power stations within a decade with the government saying the UK's energy future lies in gas

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The video discusses the UK's plan to phase out coal-fired power stations by 2025, emphasizing the shift towards greener electricity and the role of renewables. It highlights the government's commitment to energy market security and the transition of Drax from coal to biomass. Environmentalists express concerns about replacing coal with gas, questioning the adequacy of the transition to meet energy demands.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the UK government's plan for coal-fired power stations by 2025?

To convert them to nuclear power

To phase them out

To increase coal production

To export coal to other countries

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary source of energy for Drax's power generation?

Solar panels

Wind turbines

Wood pellets

Natural gas

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern for Drax regarding the transition from coal?

Lack of government support

High conversion costs

Insufficient wood pellet supply

Public opposition

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do environmentalists think about replacing coal with gas?

They fully support it

They are indifferent

They believe it's a temporary solution

They think it's not a solution

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential issue is raised about the future of energy supply?

Lack of renewable energy sources

Excessive energy production

Inability to meet energy demands

Over-reliance on coal