Climate Change Solutions

What are some examples of renewable energy sources?

• Oil energy

• Nuclear energy

• Solar energy, wind energy, hydroelectric power, geothermal energy, biomass

• Coal energy

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How can individuals reduce their carbon footprint?

• By supporting unsustainable products and practices

• By increasing energy consumption at home

• By using public transportation, biking or walking instead of driving, reducing energy consumption at home, recycling, and supporting sustainable products and practices.

• By driving more and using less public transportation

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Explain the impact of deforestation on climate change.

• Deforestation leads to increased oxygen levels in the atmosphere

• Deforestation reduces the risk of extreme weather events

• Deforestation increases the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, leading to global warming and changes in climate patterns.

• Deforestation has no impact on climate change

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What are some technological solutions for addressing climate change?

• Deforestation

• Single-use plastics

• Renewable energy sources, energy-efficient buildings, electric vehicles, carbon capture and storage, smart grids

• Coal-powered plants

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Describe a community-based climate change initiative.

• A community-based climate change initiative focuses solely on individual actions.

• A community-based climate change initiative involves international corporations only.

• A community-based climate change initiative involves local residents, organizations, and governments working together to address environmental issues within a specific area.

• A community-based climate change initiative excludes government involvement.

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Why is solar energy considered a renewable energy source?

• Solar energy is limited and will run out soon.

• Solar energy is considered renewable because it is derived from the sun.

• Solar energy comes from fossil fuels.

• Solar energy is harmful to the environment.

What is the role of wind power in reducing carbon emissions?

• Wind power increases carbon emissions by polluting the environment.

• Wind power contributes to global warming by releasing greenhouse gases.

• Wind power has no impact on carbon emissions.

• Wind power reduces carbon emissions by providing a clean energy alternative.

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How does planting trees help in mitigating climate change?

• Planting trees absorbs carbon dioxide and reduces greenhouse gas concentration.

• Planting trees depletes the ozone layer.

• Planting trees releases more greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

• Planting trees has no impact on climate change.

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What are some ways to reduce energy consumption in households?

• Using outdated appliances

• Keeping windows and doors open in extreme weather

• Using energy-efficient appliances, turning off lights when not in use, sealing windows and doors, using programmable thermostats, and unplugging electronics.

• Leaving lights on all day

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How can electric vehicles contribute to climate change mitigation?

• Electric vehicles increase greenhouse gas emissions

• Electric vehicles reduce greenhouse gas emissions and can be powered by renewable energy sources.

• Electric vehicles have no impact on climate change

• Electric vehicles deplete non-renewable energy sources

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