Energy and Sustainable Development

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Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

  1. Solar energy

  2. Wind energy

  3. Hydropower

  4. Fossil fuels


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Solar energy is a renewable energy source that is derived from the sun's rays.

What is the primary greenhouse gas emitted by human activities?

  1. Carbon dioxide

  2. Methane

  3. Nitrous oxide

  4. Water vapor


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Carbon dioxide is the primary greenhouse gas emitted by human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels.

Which of the following is a key component of sustainable development?

  1. Economic growth

  2. Social equity

  3. Environmental protection

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable development is a holistic approach that seeks to balance economic growth, social equity, and environmental protection.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing greenhouse gas emissions?

  1. Mitigation

  2. Adaptation

  3. Resilience

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mitigation refers to the process of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to combat climate change.

Which international agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Paris Agreement

  3. Montreal Protocol

  4. Copenhagen Accord


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Paris Agreement is an international agreement that aims to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius.

What is the term used to describe the ability of a system to withstand and recover from the impacts of climate change?

  1. Resilience

  2. Adaptation

  3. Mitigation

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Resilience refers to the ability of a system to withstand and recover from the impacts of climate change.

Which of the following is a key challenge in achieving sustainable development?

  1. Poverty

  2. Inequality

  3. Climate change

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Poverty, inequality, and climate change are all key challenges in achieving sustainable development.

What is the term used to describe the process of preparing for and responding to the impacts of climate change?

  1. Mitigation

  2. Adaptation

  3. Resilience

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Adaptation refers to the process of preparing for and responding to the impacts of climate change.

Which of the following is a key goal of sustainable development?

  1. Eradicating poverty

  2. Reducing inequality

  3. Protecting the environment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Eradicating poverty, reducing inequality, and protecting the environment are all key goals of sustainable development.

What is the term used to describe the process of balancing economic growth, social equity, and environmental protection?

  1. Mitigation

  2. Adaptation

  3. Resilience

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainability refers to the process of balancing economic growth, social equity, and environmental protection.

Which of the following is a key component of sustainable energy systems?

  1. Renewable energy sources

  2. Energy efficiency

  3. Demand-side management

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Renewable energy sources, energy efficiency, and demand-side management are all key components of sustainable energy systems.

What is the term used to describe the ability of a system to maintain its functionality and productivity in the face of change?

  1. Resilience

  2. Adaptation

  3. Mitigation

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Resilience refers to the ability of a system to maintain its functionality and productivity in the face of change.

Which of the following is a key challenge in achieving energy sustainability?

  1. Intermittency of renewable energy sources

  2. High cost of renewable energy technologies

  3. Lack of political will

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intermittency of renewable energy sources, high cost of renewable energy technologies, and lack of political will are all key challenges in achieving energy sustainability.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the environmental impact of energy production and consumption?

  1. Mitigation

  2. Adaptation

  3. Resilience

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mitigation refers to the process of reducing the environmental impact of energy production and consumption.

Which of the following is a key component of sustainable development strategies?

  1. Investing in renewable energy

  2. Promoting energy efficiency

  3. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Investing in renewable energy, promoting energy efficiency, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions are all key components of sustainable development strategies.

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