EcolitACT final quizz

What is global warming primarily caused by?

• Solar radiation

• Burning of fossil fuels

• Volcanic eruptions

• Deforestation

What is the main greenhouse gas responsible for global warming?

• Methane

• Ozone

• Carbon dioxide

• Nitrous oxide

What does the term 'carbon footprint' measure?

• Number of trees planted

• Total greenhouse gases produced

• Volume of plastic waste

• Amount of water used

Which sector contributes significantly to the carbon footprint through energy production?

• Transportation sector

• Service sector

• Industrial sector

• Agricultural sector

What is one way to reduce carbon footprint related to transportation?

• Use electric vehicles

• Drive alone in cars

• Avoid public transport

• Increase air travel

What is the impact of carbon footprint on public health?

• Improved respiratory health

• Decreased cardiovascular diseases

• Increased environmental pollutants

• Enhanced energy security

Why is reducing carbon footprint crucial for global economic stability?

• Causes extreme weather events

• Increases dependency on finite resources

• Leads to higher air pollution levels

• Promotes innovation and creates green jobs

What is the main benefit of transitioning to renewable energy sources?

• Increased reliance on fossil fuels

• More air pollution

• Decreased energy consumption

• Higher greenhouse gas emissions

What is the importance of understanding carbon footprint?

• It has no impact on the environment

• It helps in mitigating climate change

• It leads to more pollution

• It harms biodiversity

What is the key takeaway regarding carbon footprint?

• It is not urgent to take action

• It is not necessary to reduce it

• It is crucial to reduce it for the well-being of the environment

• It does not affect the planet