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Renewable Energy Trends by Country

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Writing task 1

DYNAMIC GRAPH
The chart shows the proportion of renewable energy in total energy supply
in 4 countries from 1997 to 2010.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features,
and make comparisons where relevant.
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Before you write, answer these questions?

1. What is the graph about?


2. What are the items?
3. When were the datas?
4. What was the time period?

Related Vocabulary

VERB: rise / increase / go up / uplift / rocket(ed) / climb / upsurge / soar/ shot up/
improve/ jump/ leap/ move upward/ skyrocket
NOUN: a rise / an increase / an upward trend / a growth / a leap / a jump / an
improvement/ a climb.

VERB: fall / decrease / decline / drop / reduce / collapse / dip / dive / go down //
slum / slide / go into free-fall.
NOUN: a fall / a decrease / a reduction / a downward trend /a downward tendency /
a decline/ a drop / a slide / a collapse / a downfall.

VERB: Stay unchanged / level out / remain constant / remain steady / plateau /
remain the same / remain stable / remain static
NOUN: a steadiness/ a plateau / a stability/ a static

ADVERB: slightly / slowly / mildly / tediously


ADJECTIVE: slight / slow / mild / tedious

ADVERB: moderately / gradually / progressively / sequentially


ADJECTIVE: moderate / gradual / progressive / sequential

ADVERB: dramatically / rapidly / sharply / quickly / hurriedly / speedily / swiftly /


significantly/ considerably / substantially / noticeably.
ADJECTIVE: dramatic / rapid / sharp / quick / hurried / speedy / swift / significant /
considerable / substantial / noticeable.
How to describe a dynamic graph

• Introduction: Paraphrase
The line / bar chart (s)
+ show(s) / exhibit(s) / illustrate(s) / demonstrate (s) / give(s) information about
+ how many ___ (the number of) / how much ___ (the amount of) / the percentage
of______ / the proportion of __________
+ over a __-year period between ___ and ___ / between ___ and ___ / over ___ years /
over the course of ___ years starting in ___.

• Overall: General and most significant information

Overall,
Major trend:
+ there (be) an upward/increase trend in ____ / ____ see(s)/saw an
upward/increase trend
+ there (be) a downward/decrease trend in ____/ ____ see(s)/saw a
downward/decrease trend
+ there (be) a fluctuant trend in ____ / ____ illustrate(s) a wave-like movement

Outstanding features:
Highest/lowest:
* _____ (be) the most/least popular /
* _____ experience(s/d) the highest/lowest figure.

Body:

• Body 1:
➢ As (it is) shown in the illustration…
➢ As can be seen in the…
➢ As the diagrams suggest…
➢ According to the…
➢ Categorically speaking…
➢ Getting back to the details…
➢ Now, turning to the details…
➢ The table data clearly shows that…
➢ The diagram reveals that…
➢ The data suggest that…
➢ The graph gives the figure…
➢ It is interesting to note that…
➢ It is apparently seen that…
➢ It is conspicuous that…
➢ It is explicitly observed that…
➢ It is obvious…

A similar/contrastive trend (be) On the other hand/Besides, _____


recorded in _____ during the period, begin(s/began) at ____ in (year),
which goes(went) up / down by ___ after that it rise(s/rose) /
from the (year) figure of ___. reduce(s/d) noticeably/slightly in
(year) at ____.

(e.g. A similar trend was recorded in (e.g. On the other hand, LaGuardia
the number of tourists in Canada began at 35m in 1995, after that it
during the period, which went up by rose remarkably for the next three
5% from the 2005 figure of 15%.) years, at 46m.)

In (year), ____ hit(s) the


____ was the number/proportion of
peak/highest point / reach(es/ed) a
____ in (year).
bottom at ___.

• Body 2:

Sentence 1

The ___ year period witness(es/ed) a ___ climb/fall in the ___, which is(was) ___ in
(year 1) and ___ in (year 2).

If we look at ____, it start(s/ed) at ____ in the first year.

Sentence 2

In (year), the figure peak(s/ed) at ____.

After this point, the trend jump(s/ed) / go(went) down to ____ in (year).

Sentence 3 (if any)

In the last ___ years, the trend remained stable at ____.

In the last ___ years, there (be) a wild/mild fluctuation in ___, with the highest and
lowest ratio/number shown in (year) at ____ and (year) at ____ respectively.
Sample Answer:

The given bar chart presents data about the percentages of renewable energy with
regards to the total energy production in four different countries (Australia,
Sweden, Iceland and Turkey) in three years; 1997, 2000 and 2010.

Overall, Sweden and Iceland witnessed an upward trend in the use of renewable
energy sources in the three examined years. It can also be seen that among the four
countries, Iceland was the country with the most usage of this energy.

In 1997, almost half of the total energy produced in Iceland came from renewable
resources. This figure continued to rise steadily to 60% in 2000 and more than
70% in 2010. Meanwhile, in 1997, only approximately 5% of the entire amount of
energy produced in Sweden was generated from natural resources, which was a
similar trend to that of Iceland in regards to proportion of renewable energy
produced.

Regarding Australia, nearly 10% of the energy supply was from renewable
resources in 1997, and this figure decreased slightly to around 5% in 2010.
Similarly, the percentage of renewable energy used in Turkey experienced a
decline over the years from approximately 37% in 1997 down to just under 35% in
2010.
Homework:

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Common questions

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Research topics could include a comparative analysis of policy frameworks in countries with increasing trends, an impact assessment of renewable energy investments on national economies, barriers to renewable energy adoption in countries with declining trends, and technological innovations facilitating energy transitions. Exploring socio-political dynamics influencing energy policy could also provide deeper insights.

Among the four countries, Iceland and Sweden showed upward trends in renewable energy utilization. Iceland's usage rose from nearly 50% in 1997 to over 70% in 2010. Sweden also showed an increase from about 5% initially. In contrast, Australia and Turkey experienced declines, with Australia's renewable energy decreasing from nearly 10% to about 5%, and Turkey's falling from around 37% to just under 35% over the years.

Trends indicate that countries like Iceland and Sweden, with rising renewable use, could serve as models in global energy policy discussions, advocating for strong policy support and investment. In contrast, Australia's and Turkey's declines highlight challenges in transitioning from fossil fuels, crucial for global dialogues on energy transitions. These trends stress the need for international cooperation and knowledge sharing to balance economic considerations with environmental goals.

Iceland and Sweden appear to have more aggressive or successful long-term sustainability goals given their increasing trends in renewable energy usage reaching above 70% and gradual increases respectively, which align with broader global sustainability and climate targets. Meanwhile, Australia and Turkey's declines suggest possible missed opportunities or hurdles in enhancing sustainability, reflecting a need for policy reevaluation to meet future sustainability objectives.

Sweden and Iceland both observed an upward trend in the use of renewable energy from 1997 to 2010. In Iceland, the renewable energy proportion increased from almost 50% in 1997 to 60% in 2000, and then to over 70% in 2010. Similarly, Sweden started with approximately 5% renewable energy in 1997, increasing over the examined years.

Iceland's strong increase might be driven by abundant natural resources like geothermal and hydro capabilities. Sweden's gradual increase could be attributed to strong policy frameworks and public investment. Australia's decline might reflect its reliance on fossil fuels and mining industries that historically have been economic drivers. Turkey's slight decline could be impacted by slower technological adoption and political-economic prioritizations elsewhere. Collectively, these factors highlight diverse national contexts affecting renewable energy utilization.

Advancements in technology, such as efficient energy storage systems, smart grids, and reduced costs in solar and wind technologies, could significantly alter trends by increasing renewable energy adoption rates, even in countries that experienced declines. Technological breakthroughs can enhance energy efficiency, broaden access, and facilitate large-scale integration of renewables, potentially reversing downward trends and accelerating transitions in all countries.

Countries like Iceland and Sweden might face challenges such as economic costs, grid modernization, and ensuring consistent policy support to maintain their rising renewable energy trends. For Australia and Turkey, overcoming dependency on fossil fuel industries, addressing infrastructural and technological barriers, and generating public and political will for energy reforms could be significant challenges to reverse their declining trends post-2010.

Iceland and Sweden might align their economic strategies with increasing renewable usage by promoting clean energy industries, fostering technological innovation, and enhancing international trade in green technology. For Australia, economic strategies might involve balancing mining and growing renewables sectors, requiring careful policy navigation. Turkey's strategic focus might need to prioritize energy diversification to safeguard economic stability and foster growth amid fluctuating energy supplies.

In Australia, the proportion of renewable energy decreased slightly from nearly 10% in 1997 to around 5% in 2010, indicating a lack of aggressive policy or investment toward increasing renewable energy use. In Turkey, the percentage also declined from approximately 37% in 1997 to just under 35% in 2010, suggesting similar policy stagnation or challenges.

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