B) Now listen to the talk and check your answers.

DID YOU KNOW?

Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe accounting for 75 % of the mass of stars and galaxies. On earth, it is found in many substances such as water or hydrocarbons, from which it can be isolated.

10. Your boss is expecting a report on the conference, and in particular the talk on the hydrogen economy. Write your report using the headings 1–4 and phrases from the box. Note that you should also include your recommendations about future research at your company regarding this technology.

1. Introduction

2. Pros

3. Cons

4. Conclusions and recommendations

WRITING REPORTS

Introduction	Linking words	Recommendations
The aim of this report is to...	Moreover,...	It is suggested that...
This report aims to...	Furthermore,...	It is advised that...
The objective of this report is to...	However,...	It is recommended that...
Reporting	Conclusions
It was pointed out that...	It was concluded that...
It was stated that...	It was agreed that...
It was established that...	It was decided that...

11. You are invited to the international conference "Renewable sources of energy: pros and cons". Not all conference participants work on a technical side, so you are asked to provide an information sheet.

Steps to follow:

a) Choose the alternative sources of energy you would like to report on.

b) Use the information given in supplementary text for making your information sheet.

c) Listen to information about energy crises.

d) Speak on the problem you've chosen.

12. Do you know if there are international projects concerning energy? Read this newspaper article and discuss the following questions.

· Do you agree there is a lack of vision in the energy industry? If so, what vision could be created?

· Is there a need to have international cooperation on the issue of the hydrogen-based economy? Give your reasons.

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