Question

according to a 2019 u.s. energy information administration report, worldwide energy use will grow nearly 50% by 2050. the projected increase includes nonrenewable and renewable energy resources. is renewable energy use expected to grow more in the economically developed or developing nations of the world, and why? choose 1 answer: a developing; alternatives such as passive solar and biofuel are expensive so cost would limit their use in these regions. b developing; low cost renewables like passive solar and biomass are expected to support the growing infrastructure in these regions. c developed; expensive alternatives such as solar and biofuel are expected to be limited to only the wealthiest countries. d developed; low cost renewables like solar and biomass are expected to support the growing infrastructure in these regions.

Explanation:

Developing countries often have growing infrastructure needs. Low - cost renewables like passive solar and biomass can be more accessible and suitable for supporting this growth compared to expensive alternatives. Expensive renewables are not the main reason for growth in developing regions, and developed countries already have more established energy systems. Low - cost renewables are more likely to drive growth in developing countries' energy use.

Answer:

B. Developing; low cost renewables like passive solar and biomass are expected to support the growing infrastructure in these regions.