Trivia Questions
In contrast to the European Union’s promise to cut carbon emissions by 20% below 1990 levels by the year 2020, the Climate Bill in the U.S. Senate (which isn’t expected to be decided until early 2010) would reduce U.S. carbon emissions by what percentage by 2020?
a. 1-2%
b. 3-4%
c. 10%
d. 30%
Answer: b
EnergyStar is EPA’s program to improve energy efficiency and encourage voluntary energy conservation. What is the name of EPA’s program to encourage improvements in water efficiency and conservation?
a. WaterStar
b. WaterWise
c. WaterMiser
d. WaterSense
Answer: d
Americans waste about four million gallons of gas per (what time period) by driving with under-inflated tires?
a. Hour
b. Day
c. Week
d. Month
Answer: b
Taken from the Environmental Resource Center (http://www.ercweb.com)
