UK's Grant Shapps on Net-Zero, SMR, Energy Outlook

The video discusses the UK's approach to climate policy, highlighting its legislative measures and energy transition strategies. It compares the UK's efforts with those of the US and EU, focusing on the Inflation Reduction Act and trade implications. The UK's energy budget and nuclear plans are explored, emphasizing investment and future energy challenges. The role of electric vehicles and the future energy mix, including renewables and nuclear, are also covered.

What was the UK's target for reducing emissions by 2050 as per the Climate Change Act?

• 50% reduction

• 80% reduction

• Net zero

• 100% reduction

How did the UK's electricity generation from coal change from 2012 to recent years?

• Increased to 50%

• Increased to 60%

• Decreased to 2%

• Remained at 40%

What is the UK's approach to collaborating with the US and EU on climate policies?

• Imposing trade barriers

• Working independently

• Collaborating to avoid trade barriers

• Ignoring US policies

Which nuclear project is the UK currently developing with EDF?

• Hinkley Point A

• Sizewell B

• Sizewell A

• Hinkley Point C

What is the UK's target for nuclear energy contribution to electricity by 2050?

• 10 gigawatts

• 24 gigawatts

• 50 gigawatts

• 5 gigawatts

What is the primary source of funding for the UK's energy transition?

• Private investment

• Government funding

• Public donations

• International loans

What is the UK's target for green hydrogen production by 2030?

• 20 gigawatts

• 5 gigawatts

• 10 gigawatts

• 15 gigawatts

What is the UK's plan for petrol and diesel cars by 2030?

• Export to other countries

• Increase production

• Ban sales

• Reduce prices

What energy sources will power the UK's future vehicles?

• Natural gas

• Hydrogen only

• Nuclear and renewables

• Coal and oil

What role does the UK see for oil and gas in its future energy mix?

• Export only

• Continuing role

• Primary energy source

• Complete phase-out