Introduction to Renewable Energy
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What does renewable energy refer to?

  • Energy that is continuous and unlimited (correct)
  • Energy that is unsustainable and limited
  • Energy that depletes natural resources
  • Energy that emits high levels of carbon
  • According to the World Commission on Environment and Development (WCED), what is sustainable development?

  • Development that exploits natural resources without limits
  • Development that disregards environmental concerns
  • Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs (correct)
  • Development focused solely on economic growth
  • Why is it important to study renewable energy?

  • To reduce dependence on finite resources like oil (correct)
  • To increase greenhouse gas emissions
  • To promote reliance on non-renewable energy sources
  • To speed up the depletion of natural resources
  • What was the primary objective of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) established in 1992?

    <p>To combat dangerous human interference with the climate system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following energy sources has the highest share in the Philippines' total primary energy mix in 2021?

    <p>Oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the goal of the Kyoto Protocol signed in 1997 and implemented from 2005 to 2020?

    <p>To implement measures under the UNFCCC to combat climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of the Paris Agreement in terms of limiting global warming?

    <p>Limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the responsibilities of developed countries under the treaty mentioned in the passage?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which conference was held in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt to encourage more ambitious climate actions?

    <p>COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the basic aim of the Kyoto Protocol?

    <p>Establish responsibilities for mitigating climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which agreement superseded the Kyoto Protocol?

    <p>Paris Agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the 26th COP (COP26) that took place in Glasgow?

    <p>Accelerate actions towards the goals of the Paris Agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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