AEP Renewable Energy & Sustainability 2

Question 1

AEP has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by which target year?

Accepted Answer

2050

Answer

AEP's net-zero carbon commitment targets 2050, aligning with broad industry and federal climate goals.

Question 2

Which federal tax credit primarily incentivizes AEP's wind energy project investments?

Accepted Answer

Production Tax Credit (PTC)

Answer

Wind projects typically qualify for the Production Tax Credit (PTC), which is based on kilowatt-hours generated over ten years.

Question 3

What does AEP's 'Integrated Resource Plan' (IRP) primarily determine?

Accepted Answer

Long-term mix of generation resources to meet customer demand

Answer

An IRP outlines the utility's long-term strategy for balancing supply resources — including renewables — to reliably and economically serve customer load.

Question 4

AEP's renewable energy portfolio includes large-scale solar farms. Which region hosts the majority of AEP's utility-scale solar capacity?

Accepted Answer

Midwest and Southwest operating territories

Answer

AEP's utility-scale solar installations are concentrated in its Midwest and Southwest service territories where land availability and solar irradiance are favorable.

Question 5

What is the primary environmental benefit of AEP transitioning coal plants to natural gas before eventually moving to renewables?

Accepted Answer

Reduces CO2 emissions roughly 50% compared to coal for the same output

Answer

Natural gas combustion produces approximately 50% less CO2 per MWh than coal, serving as a bridge fuel during the energy transition.

(AEP) American Electric Power Practice Test

(AEP) American Electric Power Practice Test

AEP Renewable Energy & Sustainability 2