The Environment

Which is NOT an example of alternative energy?

• Solar power

• Wind power

• Natural gas

• Geothermal energy

This is used to measure of the impact of human activities on the environment

• Sustainability index

• Carbon footprint

• Carbon tax

• Consumption index

Carbon budget refers to

• the cumulative amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions permitted over a period of time to keep within a certain temperature threshold.

• the amount of money governments allocate to control carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.

• the charge on fossil fuels based on their carbon content.

• All of the above

In its COP26 report, the World Health Organisation warned that _______ ______ is the 'single biggest health threat facing humanity'.

The gradual increase in the temperature of the earth is known as...

• Greenhouse effect

• Climate change

• Carbon emissions

• Global warming

Which of the following are associated with green design? (select all the apply)

• Use of solar panels and skylights

• Building materials are obtained from natural, renewable resources

• Design that minimises water use

• Use of non-toxic materials to improve indoor air quality

Green fatigue refers to...

• how people become tired of tales of impending global doom

• the feeling of apathy that sets in when one feels nothing can really save the earth

• how people begin to be sceptical of constant messages of corporate green credentials

• All of the above

_____ _______ describes the corporate practice of conveying a false impression or providing misleading information about how a company's products are more environmentally sound.

How many tons of plastic are dumped into our oceans every year?

• 1 million

• 8 million

• 20 million

• 50 million

Answer explanation

According to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, at least 8 million tons of plastic is dumped into our oceans each year. That’s the equivalent of dumping one garbage truck full of plastic into the ocean every minute. If nothing is done, this will increase to two garbage trucks a minute by 2030 and four per minute by 2050

Which land-based ecosystem has the most biodiversity?

• Deserts

• Tropical rainforests

• The Tundra

• Grasslands