Kingali Amendment and Montreal Protocol Flashcard

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What is the primary goal of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol?

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To phase down the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)

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Which substance is targeted by the Kigali Amendment for reduction due to its high global warming potential? Options: Methane, Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), Carbon monoxide, Nitrous oxide

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Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)

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How does the Kigali Amendment aim to impact global warming by 2100?

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Reduce global temperatures by 0.5°C

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In what year was the Kigali Amendment adopted?

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2016

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Which international agreement does the Kigali Amendment modify? Options: Kyoto Protocol, Paris Agreement, Montreal Protocol, Basel Convention

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Montreal Protocol

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What is the expected reduction in HFC consumption by developed countries by 2036 under the Kigali Amendment?

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85%

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Which of the following is a reason why HFCs are targeted by the Kigali Amendment despite not depleting the ozone layer? They are highly toxic, They have a high global warming potential, They are expensive to produce, They are not used in any industrial applications

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They have a high global warming potential

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What is the role of the Multilateral Fund in the context of the Kigali Amendment?

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To support developing countries in phasing down HFCs

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Which sector is most affected by the Kigali Amendment due to its reliance on HFCs? Options: Agriculture, Transportation, Refrigeration and air conditioning, Textile manufacturing

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Refrigeration and air conditioning

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How does the Kigali Amendment contribute to the goals of the Paris Agreement?

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By reducing greenhouse gas emissions