UK: more retail energy suppliers will probably go bust this winter with UK more vulnerable to energy shortages than its

UK: more retail energy suppliers will probably go bust this winter with UK more vulnerable to energy shortages than its

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The video discusses the operations at the Easington Gas Terminal on Humberside, highlighting the impact of weather on gas supply and demand. It explains how Centrica's reopening of the rough storage field helps stabilize gas prices and the economic implications of supply and demand. The UK's limited gas reserves compared to Europe are addressed, along with the financial risks faced by energy suppliers. The video concludes with the importance of securing gas supplies for the winter.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is gas being brought onshore at the Easington Gas Terminal?

Due to high solar power generation

To increase gas reserves for the summer

Because of the cold weather and low renewable energy generation

To export gas to neighboring countries

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of reopening the rough storage field?

To increase gas exports

To reduce gas consumption

To close down other gas terminals

To stabilize gas supply and prices

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the UK's gas reserve compare to its European neighbors?

The UK does not have any reserves

The UK has significantly lower reserves

The UK has similar reserves

The UK has significantly higher reserves

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern for energy suppliers according to Centrica?

Reducing gas prices

Expanding to new markets

Financial instability and potential failures

Increasing profits

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the UK's gas needs can Easington handle?

40%

10%

30%

20%