Portugal targets 93% renewable electricity by 2030 amidst revised green hydrogen goals

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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 heard about any government plans to increase renewable energy usage?
Can you name one example of renewable energy?

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。

electricity /ih-lek-TRIS-i-tee/

[noun] – a form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles, used for power
The sudden power outage left the entire neighborhood without electricity for hours.

revise /ri-VAHYZ/

[verb] – to re-examine and make alterations to (written or printed matter)
The teacher asked the students to revise their essays before the final submission.

machine /muh-SHEEN/

[noun] – devices that use mechanical power and have several parts, each with a definite function
The factory installed new machines to increase production efficiency.

purpose /PUR-puhs/

[noun] – the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists
Every tool in the workshop has a specific purpose.

wind power /wind POU-er/

[noun] – electricity produced using wind turbines
The coastal town invested heavily in wind power to become more energy-independent.

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。

Portugal has introduced a new plan to greatly boost the use of renewable energy, aiming for 93% of its electricity to come from these sources by 2030. This plan, available for public review until September 5 before going to parliament, is a key effort to fight climate change. In 2023, renewable energy will have already provided 61% of Portugal’s electricity, one of the highest rates in Europe. The new target, up from the previous 85%, shows a strong dedication to sustainability and energy security. The plan also revises the goal for green hydrogen production, reducing it by 45% as the country begins setting up machines for this purpose. By 2030, Portugal aims to double its renewable energy capacity to 42.9 gigawatts, including 12.4 gigawatts of wind power, with 2 gigawatts offshore, and increase solar power to 20.8 gigawatts. Despite the lower green hydrogen target, Portugal remains focused on cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 55% from 2005 levels and achieving carbon neutrality by 2045. The plan also highlights Portugal’s strong position to develop a green hydrogen industry, seeking to attract investment and enhance competitiveness in the energy sector.

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。

Portugal’s new plan aims for 93% of its electricity to come from renewable sources by 2030.
The plan includes increasing the green hydrogen production target by 45%.
In 2023, renewable energy is expected to provide 61% of Portugal’s electricity.
Portugal’s plan is not available for public review.
By 2030, Portugal plans to double its renewable energy capacity to 42.9 gigawatts.

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。

electricity

revises

machines

purpose

power

Advances in technology have made __________ one of the most cost-effective sources of renewable energy.
Vending __________ are conveniently placed in the lobby for quick snacks and drinks.
Modern appliances are designed to use __________ more efficiently than older models.
She __________ her notes every night to ensure she understands the material.
She explained the __________ of the meeting before starting the presentation.