BGE Renewable Energy & Sustainability

Question 1

Which of the following is considered a renewable energy source?

Accepted Answer

Solar power

Answer

Natural gas

Answer

Coal

Answer

Petroleum

Question 2

What is the main environmental benefit of using wind energy for electricity generation?

Accepted Answer

Reduces air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions

Answer

Requires minimal land use

Answer

Provides constant energy output

Answer

Uses fossil fuel backup power

Question 3

Which technology is used to store excess renewable energy for later use?

Accepted Answer

Battery storage systems

Answer

Hydraulic pumps

Answer

Coal reserves

Answer

Gas turbines

Question 4

Which government policy promotes the use of renewable energy?

Accepted Answer

Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS)

Answer

Subsidies for fossil fuels

Answer

Coal industry tax breaks

Answer

Reduced regulations for power plants

Question 5

What is a major challenge associated with solar and wind energy?

Accepted Answer

Intermittency due to weather dependence

Answer

Excessive carbon emissions

Answer

High water consumption

Answer

Limited land availability

Question 6

Why is energy efficiency important in sustainability efforts?

Accepted Answer

Lowers energy consumption and emissions

Answer

Increases power plant production

Answer

Eliminates the need for electricity

Answer

Reduces electricity costs for businesses only