Sec. Perry Says Cost Was Too High to Stay in Paris Accord

Sec. Perry Says Cost Was Too High to Stay in Paris Accord

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The video discusses the potential for cooperation between the US and China in the energy sector, focusing on the opportunities for American LNG exports. It also covers the debate over the US's decision to leave the Paris Agreement, arguing that the decision was based on a cost-benefit analysis. The speaker emphasizes the US's continued leadership in clean energy, despite political disagreements.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the energy cooperation between China and the US discussed in the video?

Wind energy projects

American LNG exports to China

Nuclear energy collaboration

Solar energy development

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was highlighted as a significant change in the energy landscape?

The Shell revolution

The rise of nuclear energy

The increase in solar panel efficiency

The decline of coal usage

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the US's position regarding its ability to deliver LNG to China?

Focused on domestic needs

Dependent on European markets

Limited and uncertain

Substantial and strong

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the US administration decide to withdraw from the Paris Agreement?

Due to international pressure

Because of a cost-benefit analysis

To align with European policies

To focus on nuclear energy

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the critique of business leaders' stance on the Paris Agreement?

They underestimate the role of renewable energy

They focus too much on economic benefits

They approach it from a political rather than a reality perspective

They ignore the political implications