Climate change

How often are there billion-dollar weather disasters in the U.S. now?

• B. Every month

• A. Every three weeks

• D. Every year

• C. Every six months

What is the main source of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions mentioned in the report?

• C. Burning of fossil fuels

• D. Agriculture

• A. Industrial processes

• B. Transportation

What is the economic impact of every one degree of warming on the U.S. economy?

• A. 0.13% increase in GDP

• C. 0.13% increase in unemployment

• D. 0.13% decrease in consumer spending

• B. 0.13% decrease in GDP

What is the main solution mentioned in the report to combat climate change?

• A. Increase use of natural gas

• D. Increase use of coal

• B. Reduce reliance on renewable energy

• C. Move off of fossil fuels into cleaner, renewable forms of energy

What is the percentage drop in costs for wind power mentioned in the report?

• D. 80%

• C. 70%

• B. 60%

• A. 50%

What is the percentage drop in costs for solar power mentioned in the report?

• D. 100%

• B. 80%

• A. 70%

• C. 90%

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What is the economic impact for homeowners ?

• C. Insurers pulling out of vulnerable areas

• B. Decrease in property values

• A. Increase in property values

• D. No impact on homeowners

How much do weather disasters cost in the U.S. every year?

• B. $150 billion

• C. $200 billion

• A. $100 billion

• D. $250 billion

How often are there billion-dollar weather disasters in the U.S. now?

• D. Every year

• C. Every month

• B. Every three weeks

• A. Every two weeks