Fmr. Sec. Moniz Says U.S Needs to Be Nuclear Power Player

The video discusses China's increasing role in climate change efforts, the future of clean coal technology, and the implications of the Paris Climate Accord. It also covers concerns about the nuclear power supply chain and strategies for nuclear waste management.

What role is China expected to play in the global energy technology market?

• No role as it focuses only on domestic issues

• A supportive role to the US

• A leading role by capturing a significant market share

• A minor role due to lack of resources

What is the expected impact of the Clean Power Plan on the coal industry?

• It will make coal the primary energy source

• It will have little effect on the coal industry

• It will significantly boost coal production

• It will completely eliminate coal usage

What is a key factor in reducing the cost of carbon capture technology?

• Elimination of tax credits

• Innovation and American ingenuity

• Decreased natural gas prices

• Increased government regulation

How does the business community view the transition to a low carbon economy?

• As a temporary trend

• As an international issue with market opportunities

• As a threat to their profits

• As irrelevant to their operations

What role have states played in the transition to renewable energy?

• They have remained neutral

• They have taken a leadership role with mandatory requirements

• They have opposed renewable energy initiatives

• They have focused solely on fossil fuels

What concern is associated with the potential sale of Westinghouse Electric to China?

• It will strengthen US nuclear power standards

• It will increase US economic interests

• It may diminish US national security interests

• It will have no impact on the US

What is a proposed solution for nuclear waste management?

• Relying solely on Yucca Mountain

• Developing a diverse program with multiple options

• Ignoring the issue altogether

• Storing waste at nuclear power plants indefinitely