Question 30
GCE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2023
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ENGLISH_LANGUAGE
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objective
Explain, in no more than 150 words, why renewable energy sources are essential for sustainable development, using at least two specific examples.
Answer Options
A.
Renewable energy increases greenhouse‑gas emissions because solar panels require large amounts of water for cooling, and wind turbines emit noise that harms wildlife, making them unsuitable for sustainable development.
B.
Renewable energy sources like solar and wind are unreliable and expensive, leading to higher electricity costs and limiting economic growth, thus they do not contribute to the three pillars of sustainable development.
C.
Renewable energy primarily benefits wealthy nations, as the technology cannot be deployed in remote areas and offers no job creation, so it fails to enhance energy security or social well‑being.
Correct Answer
D.
Renewable energy reduces greenhouse‑gas emissions, a key factor in mitigating climate change and preserving ecosystems for future generations. Solar power, for example, provides clean electricity without depleting resources, and its modular nature allows deployment in remote areas, fostering economic growth. Wind farms generate large amounts of power with minimal land use, creating jobs while decreasing reliance on fossil fuels. By diversifying energy supplies, renewables enhance energy security and lower long‑term costs, supporting the three pillars of sustainable development: environmental protection, economic viability, and social well‑being.
Correct Answer
D
Correct Option:
Renewable energy reduces greenhouse‑gas emissions, a key factor in mitigating climate change and preserving ecosystems for future generations. Solar power, for example, provides clean electricity without depleting resources, and its modular nature allows deployment in remote areas, fostering economic growth. Wind farms generate large amounts of power with minimal land use, creating jobs while decreasing reliance on fossil fuels. By diversifying energy supplies, renewables enhance energy security and lower long‑term costs, supporting the three pillars of sustainable development: environmental protection, economic viability, and social well‑being.
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This is
Gce Model Questions Vol1
2023
English Language
Question 30.
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objective
questions from the
2023
Gce Model Questions Vol1
English Language
examination.
Difficulty level:
Hard
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