Introduction to Renewable Energy Quiz

What is the definition of renewable energy?

• Energy that can be replenished naturally and does not run out.

• Energy that is produced from fossil fuels.

• Energy used only in rural areas.

• Energy that is always available at night.

Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy technology?

• Solar photovoltaic

• Wind power

• Nuclear power

• Biomass

Which of the following is a key characteristic of renewable energy?

• It is always cheaper than fossil fuels.

• It cannot be replenished.

• It reduces dependency on imported fuels.

• It emits more greenhouse gases.

How is solar energy typically harnessed to generate electricity?

• Burning sunlight to release energy.

• Using wind turbines to absorb sunlight.

• Using solar panels to convert sunlight into electricity.

• Storing sunlight in batteries directly.

What is the role of Feed-in Tariff (FiT) in Malaysia?

• To penalize users of fossil fuels.

• To allow consumers to sell excess energy at market price.

• To require utility companies to buy electricity from renewable sources at a fixed rate.

• To monitor energy use in homes.

Which statement best describes Net Energy Metering (NEM)?

• Allows users to store all electricity off-grid.

• Enables users to use generated solar power and export the excess to the grid.

• Charges higher rates for solar energy users.

• Prevents households from using solar panels.

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

• Natural Gas

• Coal

• Wind

• Nuclear

Which technology uses sunlight to directly generate electricity?

• Wind Turbine

• Solar Thermal

• Solar PV

• Geothermal

What drives the turbines in a hydropower system?

• Sunlight

• Steam

• Wind

• Flowing Water

Which type of energy uses organic materials like wood and crop waste?

• Solar

• Biomass

• Geothermal

• Wind