Greenhouse Gas Emissions Rise to Record Levels in 2019

The video discusses climate change as a global issue, focusing on greenhouse gases, particularly CO2, which result from burning fossil fuels. It highlights the major emitters: China, the US, the EU, and India, responsible for 56% of emissions over the past decade. The video examines emission trends, noting China's rise, the US leveling off, and the EU's decline. It also explores the US's energy shift from coal to renewables, marking a milestone in April when renewable energy surpassed coal for electricity generation for the first time.

What is the primary greenhouse gas discussed in the video, and what is its main source?

• Ozone, from vehicle emissions

• Nitrous oxide, from industrial processes

• CO2, from burning fossil fuels

• Methane, from agriculture

Which countries are identified as the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions?

• Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nigeria

• Australia, Mexico, South Africa, and Saudi Arabia

• China, the US, the EU, and India

• Brazil, Russia, Japan, and Canada

What percentage of global greenhouse gas emissions have China, the US, the EU, and India been responsible for over the past decade?

• 45%

• 56%

• 67%

• 72%

What significant change occurred in the US electricity generation in April of the past year?

• Natural gas became the primary source

• Renewable energy generation surpassed coal

• Nuclear power surpassed all other sources

• Coal usage increased significantly

What trend is observed in the US regarding coal and renewable energy for electricity generation?

• Both coal and renewables are increasing

• Coal usage is increasing while renewables are decreasing

• Both coal and renewables are decreasing

• Coal usage is decreasing while renewables are increasing