New York's Clean Energy Standard Quiz

What percentage of New York's electricity is expected to come from renewable energy sources by 2030?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

Which act codified the expansion of New York's Clean Energy Standard (CES)?

• Clean Air Act

• Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act

• Renewable Energy Act

• Green Energy Act

How much investment is being made in New York’s renewable energy transition?

• $10 billion

• $20 billion

• $29 billion

• $35 billion

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of the renewable energy infrastructure created by New York’s Clean Energy Standard?

• More than 40 million megawatt hours of clean energy annually

• More than 25% of the electricity expected to be consumed in New York State in 2030

• Eliminating over 20 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions every year

• Reducing the cost of electricity by 50%

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What is the primary goal of New York's Clean Energy Standard (CES)?

• To increase fossil fuel usage

• To fight climate change and reduce harmful air pollution

• To decrease the use of renewable energy

• To increase greenhouse gas emissions

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What is New York State's ambitious target for reducing on-site energy consumption by 2025?

• 100 trillion BTUs

• 185 trillion BTUs

• 200 trillion BTUs

• 250 trillion BTUs

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What are the two mechanisms created by the CES to turn New York State's clean energy goal into reality?

• Renewable energy standard (RES) and zero-emissions credit (ZEC)

• Renewable energy standard (RES) and carbon tax

• Zero-emissions credit (ZEC) and carbon tax

• Renewable energy standard (RES) and renewable energy certificates (RECs)

What does the RES require from each load serving entity (LSE) in New York State?

• To procure renewable energy certificates (RECs) associated with new renewable energy resources

• To reduce energy consumption by 50%

• To invest in fossil fuels

• To increase energy prices

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What is the purpose of the ZEC requirement for LSEs in New York State?

• To procure ZECs from NYSERDA based on statewide load or energy demanded

• To reduce carbon emissions by 50%

• To increase the use of fossil fuels

• To decrease energy prices

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What is the role of the New York Generation Attribute Tracking System (NYGATS)?

• To record and track information on electricity generated, imported, and consumed within New York State

• To increase fossil fuel consumption

• To reduce energy prices

• To invest in non-renewable energy sources

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