Duke Energy Must Reduce Carbon Emissions _ Article

What is Duke Energy's proposed solution to replace its coal power plants?

• Rely solely on nuclear power

• Increase coal usage

• Increase natural gas footprint

• Decrease energy production

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What does House Bill 951 require the N.C. Utilities Commission to do?

• Increase coal production

• Take all reasonable steps to reduce carbon dioxide emissions

• Build more nuclear power plants

• Ignore carbon reduction goals

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By what year does North Carolina aim to reach net-zero carbon emissions?

• 2040

• 2050

• 2030

• 2025

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What is one of the main concerns of environmentalists regarding Duke Energy's plan?

• Too much reliance on wind energy

• Not enough coal usage

• Too much reliance on natural gas

• Too much reliance on solar energy

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What technology is mentioned as not yet ready for full-scale deployment?

• Wind turbines

• Solar panels

• Carbon capture and storage (CCS)

• Hydroelectric power

What is the estimated increase in energy demand by 2030 according to Duke officials?

• 30%

• 15%

• 10%

• 22%

What is the main goal of the new EPA rules issued in late April?

• Reduce electricity prices

• Mandate strict controls on carbon dioxide emissions

• Increase natural gas usage

• Increase coal production

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What is the main benefit of renewable energy according to clean energy advocates?

• Dependence on fossil fuels

• Cleaner air and reduced emissions

• Increased pollution

• Higher costs

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