Coal Mining and Activism in Germany

What is the main environmental concern associated with coal mining in Germany?

• It results in water scarcity.

• It causes air pollution.

• It leads to deforestation.

• It contributes to soil erosion.

Why is lignite considered the dirtiest form of coal?

• It emits the most CO2 per kWh of energy.

• It is the hardest to transport.

• It requires the least amount of processing.

• It is the most expensive to extract.

What is the significance of the village Lützerath in the context of coal mining protests?

• It is the first village to be completely evacuated.

• It is the headquarters of RWE.

• It is a symbol of resistance against coal mining.

• It is the largest coal mine in Germany.

Who is Eckardt Heukamp in the context of the Lützerath protests?

• A leading activist from the 'Lützerath lives' group.

• The last resident of Lützerath fighting eviction.

• The CEO of RWE.

• A government official supporting coal mining.

What tactic did activists use to successfully protest against coal mining in a neighboring forest?

• Legal action in court.

• International media campaigns.

• Camping out in the forest.

• Petitioning the government.

What is the main argument of activists against the need for coal under Lützerath?

• The coal is of poor quality.

• There is no energy crisis.

• Alternative energy sources are sufficient.

• The coal is too expensive to extract.

What legal decision was made regarding the coal under Lützerath in 1995?

• The coal was declared a national reserve.

• The coal was deemed too dangerous to mine.

• RWE was given permission to excavate it.

• The village was protected as a heritage site.

What percentage of energy produced by RWE last year came from renewable resources?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

What is the stance of the green party regarding the coal mining issue?

• They fully support RWE's plans.

• They are against any form of protest.

• They are in a difficult position balancing environmentalism and existing policies.

• They have no official stance on the issue.

What is the main reason activists believe RWE will not stop mining without government pressure?

• There is no alternative energy source available.

• RWE has a monopoly on energy production.

• The coal industry is deeply intertwined with politics.

• The company is financially unstable.