Band 9: The graph below shows information from a 2011 report about energy consumption in the UK since 1978 with projections until 2038. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The graph illustrates the patterns of energy consumption in the UK by different types of fuel from 1978, with future estimates up to 2038. It highlights changes in the use of petrol, coal, natural gas, nuclear energy, solar and wind, and hydropower over this period.

Overall, petrol and oil consistently remain the dominant energy sources, showing a significant upward trend from around 35 units in 1978 to an estimated 50 units by 2038. Coal and natural gas follow, with coal consumption rising steadily from 16 to 30 units, eventually surpassing natural gas after 2013, which stabilizes at 25 units.

Nuclear energy consumption rises modestly from about 3 to 7 units and remains steady after 2013. Solar and wind energy show gradual growth from near zero to approximately 6 units by 2038. Hydropower usage stays constant at roughly 3 units across the entire period.

In summary, traditional fossil fuels like petrol, oil, and coal dominate UK energy consumption, with renewable sources like solar and wind increasing but still holding a small share by 2038.