All Flashcards
What is 'energia rinnovabile'?
Renewable energy
What is 'combustibili fossili'?
Fossil fuels
What is 'energia idroelettrica'?
Hydroelectricity
What is 'energia solare'?
Solar energy
What is 'energia eolica'?
Wind energy
What is 'energia geotermica'?
Geothermal energy
What is 'bioenergia'?
Bioenergy
What is 'importazione di energia'?
Energy import
What is 'strategia energetica nazionale'?
National Energy Strategy
What does 'il fabbisogno energetico' mean?
Energy needs
What is 'emissioni di carbonio'?
Carbon emissions
What is 'Fonti di energia alternativa'?
Alternative energy sources
Why does Italy rely heavily on imported energy?
Italy has limited domestic natural resources, particularly fossil fuels.
What is Italy's stance on nuclear power?
Italy does not use nuclear power.
What is 'Conto Energia' incentive program?
A program to encourage solar plant investment.
What is the significance of Italy being a leading producer of pumice, pozzolana, and feldspar?
It highlights Italy's resource strengths outside of traditional energy sources.
What are the goals of the National Energy Strategy (NES) for 2030?
28% renewables in total energy consumption and 55% renewables in electricity consumption.
Why are electricity costs high in Italy despite its renewable energy efforts?
Due to high import dependence and the extensive use of natural gas.
How does energy consumption in Italian homes compare to that in the USA?
Italian homes generally have fewer appliances compared to American homes.
What is Italy's global ranking in renewable energy production?
9th globally.
What is Italy's ranking in the EU for solar energy production?
Second only to Germany.
Where are most of Italy's geothermal plants located?
Central Italy, especially around Pisa.
What is the trend in bioenergy in Italy?
Rapidly increasing in popularity.
How does Italy's per capita electricity consumption compare to other European countries?
Lower per capita consumption, but with very high costs.