Global Energy Production and Consumption

The video discusses the global energy scenario, highlighting the increasing demand for energy due to population growth and rising living standards. It covers primary energy sources like coal, oil, and gas, and provides statistics on global energy production and consumption. The video contrasts energy consumption patterns between developed and developing countries and discusses future trends, emphasizing the importance of renewable energy and energy efficiency.

What are the three primary sources of energy mentioned in the global energy scenario?

• Hydro, Wind, and Biomass

• Nuclear, Biofuel, and Geothermal

• Coal, Oil, and Natural Gas

• Solar, Wind, and Hydro

How long are the world coal reserves expected to last according to the predictions?

• 400 years

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 300 years

What percentage of global energy production was accounted for by fossil fuels in 2014?

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

• 90%

Which country accounted for the largest share of global coal production?

• China

• United States

• India

• Russia

What was the share of the Middle East in global oil production as of 2015?

• 52%

• 42%

• 32%

• 22%

Which region accounted for the highest share of natural gas production?

• Europe and Eurasia

• Asia

• Africa

• OECD countries

What percentage of the world population lives in developing countries, and what is their share of total energy consumption?

• 60% population, 30% energy consumption

• 90% population, 60% energy consumption

• 70% population, 50% energy consumption

• 80% population, 40% energy consumption

Why do developed countries have higher energy consumption compared to developing countries?

• They have higher standards of living and colder climates

• They have more industrial activities

• They have more natural resources

• They have larger populations

What is the projected annual growth rate of primary energy consumption between 2011 and 2020?

• 1.7%

• 4.7%

• 2.7%

• 3.7%

What is crucial in dealing with the demand outstripping the supply of energy?

• Increasing fossil fuel production

• Improving energy efficiency

• Reducing energy consumption

• Expanding nuclear energy