California Governor Seeks Record $11.8 Billion Climate Budget

The video discusses California's comprehensive strategy to tackle climate change, focusing on investments in electric vehicles, renewable energy, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. It highlights political commitments, challenges in offshore wind energy development, and the transition to electric vehicles by 2035. The environmental impact of online shopping and the importance of supporting local businesses are also addressed.

What is one of the initial steps California is taking to address climate change?

• Building more highways

• Investing in the electric vehicle market

• Investing in solar energy

• Banning plastic bags

What is a key component of California's strategy to combat climate change?

• Increasing oil extraction

• Building more nuclear power plants

• Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and dealing with climate impacts

• Focusing solely on electric vehicles

What is a major challenge in developing offshore wind energy in California?

• Opposition from local communities

• High cost of wind turbines

• Federal control over offshore wind leases

• Lack of wind resources

What is California's goal regarding gas-powered cars by 2035?

• To make them more fuel-efficient

• To eliminate them completely

• To increase their production

• To reduce their use by 50%

How is big tech contributing to climate change, according to the transcript?

• By generating significant waste

• By reducing carbon emissions

• By investing in renewable energy

• By planting trees

What can consumers do to help reduce waste, as suggested in the transcript?

• Drive more gas-powered cars

• Use more plastic products

• Support local businesses

• Shop online more frequently

What is one of the concerns related to online shopping mentioned in the transcript?

• It is too expensive

• It generates a lot of waste

• It is not convenient

• It supports local businesses