CLEAN : India under fresh scrutiny as UN panel calls for shunning coal

The video discusses carbon trapping technology being tested in NTPC plants and the transition to renewable energy sources like solar and hydrogen. It highlights the IPCC report's stance on fossil fuels and the climate crisis, emphasizing the need for a shift away from fossil fuel infrastructure. India's commitment to clean energy is showcased, with a goal of over 50% energy from non-fossil sources by 2030. The economic viability of renewable energy is addressed, noting significant cost reductions but also the need for substantial investments and international support.

What is the primary renewable energy source mentioned for generating hydrogen gas?

• Solar energy

• Hydroelectric energy

• Wind energy

• Geothermal energy

According to the IPCC report, what should not be used as an excuse to delay the transition from fossil fuels?

• Economic downturns

• Carbon dioxide removal technologies

• Political instability

• Technological advancements

What is the main cause of the climate crisis according to the UN Secretary General?

• Industrial waste

• Overpopulation

• Fossil fuel industry

• Deforestation

What percentage of India's energy currently comes from non-fossil fuel sources?

• 50%

• 30%

• 20%

• 40%

By what percentage has the cost of renewable energy decreased in the last decade?

• 50-60%

• 60-70%

• 70-80%

• 80-90%

What kind of international support is India seeking to aid its transition to renewable energy?

• Concessional loans and grants

• Cultural exchange programs

• Tourism incentives

• Military aid

What was the financial request made by India at the Glasgow Climate Conference?

• A billion dollars

• A trillion dollars

• A hundred billion dollars

• A million dollars