Living Green - Episode 148 - Carbon Negative House

The video discusses the process and benefits of generating one's own energy in a British home. It highlights the cost of installing energy-saving devices, which is around 40,000 USD, and the financial benefits of not receiving utility bills and selling excess energy back to the National Grid. Additionally, it mentions the British government's target of achieving 15% renewable energy sources by 2012 to meet global environmental objectives.

What is the average cost to install energy-saving devices in a standard British home?

• 20,000 U.S. dollars

• 30,000 U.S. dollars

• 40,000 U.S. dollars

• 50,000 U.S. dollars

What happens to utility bills once energy-saving devices are installed in a home?

• They are eliminated

• They increase significantly

• They decrease slightly

• They remain the same

What can homeowners do with excess energy generated from their homes?

• Sell it back to the National Grid

• Store it for future use

• Donate it to charity

• Use it to power other homes

What is the British government's renewable energy target for 2012?

• 25% renewable energy sources

• 15% renewable energy sources

• 10% renewable energy sources

• 20% renewable energy sources

Why is the British government focusing on renewable energy sources?

• To reduce taxes

• To achieve global environmental objectives

• To increase energy prices

• To decrease energy consumption