VOICED : Wind of austerity chills Spanish turbine

The video discusses GOMESA, a wind turbine company producing large carbon fiber blades in Spain. Despite its global reach, the company faces challenges due to Spain's economic downturn and reduced state aid for renewable energy. Once a leader in green energy, Spain's industry now struggles with policy changes and job losses. The video highlights the shift from domestic to international sales and the impact of austerity measures on the wind power sector.

What is the primary reason GOMESA exports its wind turbine blades overseas?

• Better quality abroad

• High demand in Spain

• Government incentives

• Lack of domestic sales

How has GOMESA's sales distribution changed over the past decade?

• From 50% domestic to 50% international

• From 90% domestic to 90% international

• From 90% international to 90% domestic

• No significant change

What was the impact of Spain's investment in green energy in the mid-2000s?

• Spain became a leader in wind energy

• Spain's energy production decreased

• Spain stopped investing in renewable energy

• Spain's economy declined

What has been the impact of Spain's economic crisis on the wind energy industry?

• Increased government aid

• Stable industry growth

• Expansion of factories

• Closure of factories and job losses

What recent government action has further affected Spain's wind power industry?

• Increased funding for green energy

• A cut of €1 billion in annual aid

• Tax incentives for wind energy

• Introduction of new subsidies