Gov. Brown Unveils an Incredibly Ambitious Climate Goal

California Governor Jerry Brown announced ambitious climate targets, aiming for 100% clean energy and carbon neutrality by 2045. This includes eliminating oil and gas from the energy mix, a significant challenge given California's current reliance on these resources. The state must electrify its transportation sector and reduce natural gas consumption to meet these goals. The discussion highlights the hurdles and necessary steps for California to achieve these targets.

What ambitious target did California Governor Jerry Brown announce?

• 50% reduction in carbon emissions by 2040

• 100% renewable energy by 2030

• 100% zero-carbon electricity by 2045

• 75% clean energy by 2050

What additional goal did Governor Brown quietly sign into an executive order?

• 100% carbon neutrality by 2045

• 50% reduction in oil consumption by 2030

• 75% renewable energy by 2040

• Zero waste by 2050

What percentage of California's primary energy currently comes from oil and gas?

• 90%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

What is one major challenge California faces in achieving carbon neutrality?

• Electrifying over 25 million automobiles

• Increasing coal production

• Reducing water consumption

• Expanding nuclear energy

What percentage of vehicle sales in the first half of 2018 were plug-in vehicles?

• 20%

• 6%

• 15%

• 10%