Green initiatives are accelerating UK growth

admin 2023年2月5日

Beginner

Business & Economy, Business & Economy - Beginner

Pre-reading questions:

I will read each question. Then, please answer them.

講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。

Have you seen a reduction in waste and pollution due to green technology?
Have you seen an increase in the use of green technology in your community?

Vocabulary:

I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.

単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。

opportunity /op-er-TOO-ni-tee/

[noun] – an occasion or situation that makes it possible to do something that you want to do or have to do, or the possibility of doing something
This job opening is a great opportunity for someone with your skills.

industry /IN-duh-stree/

[noun] – the companies and activities involved in the process of producing goods for sale, especially in a factory or special area
The technology industry has been growing quickly in recent years.

region /REE-juhn/

[noun] – a particular area or part of the world, or any of the large official areas into which a country is divided
This region is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty.

option /OP-shuhn/

[noun] – one thing that can be chosen from a set of possibilities, or the freedom to make a choice
Having multiple career options to choose from is a great problem to have.

despite /dih-SPAHYT/

[preposition] – without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by
Despite the challenging circumstances, she remained determined to achieve her goals.

Article reading:

Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。

Do you know that the UK’s transition to a greener economy has brought significant benefits, including job and investment opportunities and a net worth of £71 billion, according to a report by the Confederation of British Industry (CBI)? Scottish and English regions, such as Tyneside, Teeside, Merseyside, and the Humber, have particularly thrived in the green economy.

However, the UK’s strong position in green technology is at risk as other countries, including the US, are offering more attractive destinations for green funding. The US’s recent Inflation Reduction Act, allocating $369 billion towards combating climate change, has disrupted the global green investment landscape and made the US a more appealing option. In response, the UK government has pledged to support up to 480,000 green jobs by 2030, driven by £100 billion in private sector investment and £30 billion in government funding.

Despite these efforts, some believe that the UK needs to move faster in planning and consenting for renewables and vehicle charging to maintain its position as a leading destination for green investment.

True or False:

Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.

文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。

The UK’s transition to a greener economy has been beneficial for the country.
The green economy has grown faster in London and the south-east compared to other regions.
The UK’s strong position in green technology is threatened by other countries.
The US has allocated more funding towards combating climate change than the UK.
The UK government has pledged to support 480,000 green jobs by 2030.

Fill in the blanks:

Choose the correct word from the table then fill in the blanks.

適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。

opportunity

industry

region

option

despite

When making a big decision, it’s important to consider all of your ______ before acting.
Seizing the ______ to study abroad will broaden your horizons.
The fashion ______ is constantly evolving as designers strive to keep up with changing trends and consumer demands.
The economic development of this ______ is heavily dependent on its agricultural production and tourism industry.
______ the bad weather, they decided to continue with their outdoor plans and make the best of the situation.