Understanding Coal and Its Impact

The video explores the role of coal in electricity generation, focusing on mining operations in the Powder River Basin and the global impact of coal as an energy source. It discusses the process of coal power generation and highlights the environmental challenges associated with coal, including carbon emissions. The video also examines efforts to develop carbon capture and storage technology to mitigate these issues.

What is the primary source of energy discussed in the video?

• Coal

• Solar

• Wind

• Nuclear

How thick is the typical coal seam in the Powder River Basin?

• 50 feet

• 100 feet

• 150 feet

• 200 feet

What fraction of the US electricity generation is supplied by coal?

• Two-thirds

• Half

• One-fourth

• One-third

How many trains of coal are shipped daily from the Powder River Basin?

• 10

• 5

• 7

• 3

What is the capacity of America's largest coal plant in terms of people powered per year?

• 500,000

• 700,000

• 900,000

• 1,200,000

What is a major environmental problem associated with coal?

• Carbon dioxide emission

• Noise pollution

• Water pollution

• Deforestation

What technology is being developed to address the carbon emissions from coal?

• Hydroelectric dams

• Solar panels

• Carbon capture and storage

• Wind turbines

What is the estimated cost to capture 2% of CO2 at one coal plant?

• 300 million dollars

• 200 million dollars

• 400 million dollars

• 100 million dollars

What is the main driver for the continued use of coal?

• Government policies

• Technological advancements

• Economic factors

• Environmental benefits

What is the challenge associated with making coal clean?

• Public opposition

• Insufficient coal reserves

• High cost

• Lack of technology