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Renewable energy (solar, wind, geothermal, hydroelectric, biofuels, waste, and wood) accounted for what percentage of the total energy supply in the United States in 2008?
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Renewable energy accounted for 7% of the total U.S. energy supply in 2008, less than any other type of energy source.
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Renewable energy accounted for 7% of the total U.S. energy supply in 2008, less than any other type of energy source.
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Renewable energy accounted for 7% of the total U.S. energy supply in 2008, less than any other type of energy source.
In 2008, approximately how much of the oil used in the U.S. was imported?
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In 2008, the U.S. imported about 66% of its oil supply. This percentage is expected to grow even higher over the next two decades.
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In 2008, the U.S. imported about 66% of its oil supply. This percentage is expected to grow even higher over the next two decades.
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In 2008, the U.S. imported about 66% of its oil supply. This percentage is expected to grow even higher over the next two decades.
Combustion of gasoline and diesel fuel emits which of the following?
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All of the above are emitted by vehicles running on gasoline and diesel fuel.
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All of the above are emitted by vehicles running on gasoline and diesel fuel.
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All of the above are emitted by vehicles running on gasoline and diesel fuel.
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All of the above are emitted by vehicles running on gasoline and diesel fuel.
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All of the above are emitted by vehicles running on gasoline and diesel fuel.
Which of the following energy sources releases carbon dioxide when burned?
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Gasoline, diesel fuel, and natural gas all release CO2 when burned.
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Gasoline, diesel fuel, and natural gas all release CO2 when burned.
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Gasoline, diesel fuel, and natural gas all release CO2 when burned.
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Gasoline, diesel fuel, and natural gas all release CO2 when burned.
How much of the world's CO2 is released by the United States?
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Almost 20% of the world's CO2 is released by the United States.
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Almost 20% of the world's CO2 is released by the United States.
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Almost 20% of the world's CO2 is released by the United States.
How much of France's electricity is produced by nuclear power plants?
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Nearly 80% of France's electricity is produced by nuclear power plants.
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Nearly 80% of France's electricity is produced by nuclear power plants.
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Nearly 80% of France's electricity is produced by nuclear power plants.
In 2008, what percentage of the United States' total energy consumption came from oil?
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In 2008, 37% of the United States' total energy consumption came from oil, more than any other energy source.
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In 2008, 37% of the United States' total energy consumption came from oil, more than any other energy source.
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In 2008, 37% of the United States' total energy consumption came from oil, more than any other energy source.
True or False: Burning coal in electric power plants is a major source of CO2 and other emissions. However, its use doesn't have negative consequences beyond the emissions caused by combustion.
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Mining coal disturbs the land and modifies the chemistry of rainwater runoff, which in turn affects stream and river water quality.
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Mining coal disturbs the land and modifies the chemistry of rainwater runoff, which in turn affects stream and river water quality.
About how much of the world's coal reserves are located in the United States?
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More than a quarter of the world's coal reserves are located in the United States.
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More than a quarter of the world's coal reserves are located in the United States.
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More than a quarter of the world's coal reserves are located in the United States.
Which energy sources together account for 84% of the energy used in the United States?
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Fossil fuels (petroleum, natural gas, and coal) account for 84% of the energy used in the United States.
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Fossil fuels (petroleum, natural gas, and coal) account for 84% of the energy used in the United States.
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Fossil fuels (petroleum, natural gas, and coal) account for 84% of the energy used in the United States.
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