Energy Consumption

Energy Consumption

Continuing expansion of the world population results in increasing demands for

energy to support human existence. I will concentrate on countries that use a lot of energy from fossil fuels, as well as examine countries that are increasingly becoming dependent on alternative forms of energy, such as nuclear energy and hydroelectricity, and others including geothermal and solar energy. The fossil fuels I am going to examine are coal, natural gas, and oil. Within the sector of oil, I will specifically show the demand for petroleum imports. I will also concentrate on renewable energies, such as nuclear energy, hydroelectricity, geothermal, and solar energy consumption. Some forms of energy are rapidly depleting, such as oil, coal, and natural gas, and if countries do not increasingly diversify their reliance upon fossil fuels, there will be economic tragedies in the near future. Recognizing this problem, countries around the world are relying more and more on renewable energies, not only for the economic benefits, but also for the environmental benefits which result in healthier living conditions for all human beings.

Coal is a fossil fuel that poses serious threats to our environment, including

greenhouse gases, acid rain, and air pollutants. It has the lowest consumption rate among

all fossil fuels. Among all countries, Japan had the highest consumption rate of over 150

million tonnes of oil equivalent (Mt’s). This country accounts for one forth of the world’s total coal imports, which reached 659 Mt’s (Key World Energy). Countries need to focus on alternative renewable sources of energy so they can become more self reliant. This is important because economies are so susceptible to price fluctuations, an...

... middle of paper ...

...asteful way most of us use energy. So, if you want to do

something personally to save the planet, think about what kind of car you own

and how you use it.

Works Cited

1. Academic. OFFSTATS. 22 January 2004. Key World Energy Statistics

2003.

2. Academic. OFFSTATS. 31 January 2004. International Renewables Information.

3. Academic. OFFSTATS. 31 January 2004. Statistical Review of World Energy

2003.

4. “Million Tonnes of Oil Equivalent.” 1 February 2004.

5. “Petroleum Products.” 1 Frebraury 2004.

6. Renewables in Global Energy Supply. 22 January 2004.