Renewable Energy and the US Grid Video Quiz

What is the current goal for the state of Vermont in terms of renewable energy sources?

• 50% by 2030

• 75% by 2032

• 30% by 2040

• 100% by 2050

Where are most of the big power plants currently located in the US?

• On the west coast

• In the southern states

• On the east coast

• In the middle of the US

What is the goal for Washington, DC in terms of renewable energy sources by 2032?

• 30% renewable energy

• 75% renewable energy

• 50% renewable energy

• 100% renewable energy

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What is President Biden's target for reducing emissions in the US by 2030?

• 50%

• 40%

• 30%

• 20%

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What is the main challenge in building high-voltage transmission lines?

• Finding suitable locations

• Obtaining funding

• Dealing with private landowners

• Technical limitations

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What is the estimated investment required for building a new, interconnected, high-voltage grid in the US?

• $200 billion

• $100 billion

• $300 billion

• $400 billion

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What is the current percentage of energy that the US is on track to have from renewables by 2050?

• 68%

• 55%

• 42%

• 30%

What is the main reason why transmission lines are important for the clean energy future?

• To increase energy efficiency

• To enable decarbonization

• To reduce energy costs

• To improve energy storage

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What is the main concern about the execution of building the high-voltage transmission lines?

• Industry follow-through

• Public support

• Legislation

• Regulation

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What is the key factor in the US being able to decarbonize without transmission lines?

• Enhanced energy storage

• Improved energy distribution

• Increased energy production

• Expanded energy consumption