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Renewable Energy & Green Technologies in Pakistan MCQs with Answer

Which renewable energy source has the greatest potential in Pakistan?
A) Wind energy
B) Solar energy
C) Biomass energy
D) Geothermal energy

Answer
B) Solar energy

What is the purpose of green technologies in Pakistan?
A) Increase fossil fuel consumption
B) Reduce environmental pollution and carbon emissions
C) Promote coal-based energy
D) Increase oil dependency

Answer
B) Reduce environmental pollution and carbon emissions

Which of the following is a key feature of green technologies?
A) High carbon emissions
B) Energy efficiency and sustainability
C) Increased reliance on fossil fuels
D) Limited technological advancements

Answer
B) Energy efficiency and sustainability

What is the installed capacity of wind power in Pakistan?
A) 500 MW
B) 1,200 MW
C) 2,000 MW
D) 3,500 MW

Answer
C) 2,000 MW

Which Pakistani city is most suitable for wind energy projects?
A) Lahore
B) Quetta
C) Hyderabad
D) Islamabad

Answer
C) Hyderabad

Which organization promotes renewable energy in Pakistan?
A) WAPDA
B) OGRA
C) AEDB (Alternative Energy Development Board)
D) NEPRA

Answer
C) AEDB (Alternative Energy Development Board)

Which of the following is a green technology used for energy generation?
A) Coal-fired power plants
B) Solar panels
C) Diesel generators
D) Nuclear reactors

Answer
B) Solar panels

Which renewable energy technology can be implemented for wastewater treatment?
A) Biomass energy
B) Solar water heaters
C) Wind turbines
D) Geothermal pumps

Answer
A) Biomass energy

Which international agreement influences Pakistan’s renewable energy policies?
A) Kyoto Protocol
B) Paris Agreement
C) CPEC Energy Agreement
D) Montreal Protocol

Answer
B) Paris Agreement

Which province in Pakistan has the highest hydropower potential?
A) Punjab
B) Sindh
C) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
D) Balochistan

Answer
C) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Which technology is used to store excess renewable energy for later use?
A) Lithium-ion batteries
B) Diesel generators
C) Gas turbines
D) Oil storage tanks

Answer
A) Lithium-ion batteries

What is the main benefit of green buildings in Pakistan?
A) Increased energy consumption
B) Higher construction costs
C) Energy efficiency and reduced carbon footprint
D) Increased use of fossil fuels

Answer
C) Energy efficiency and reduced carbon footprint

What is the function of a smart grid in renewable energy systems?
A) Increases power outages
B) Integrates renewable energy efficiently
C) Reduces energy production
D) Promotes fossil fuel use

Answer
B) Integrates renewable energy efficiently

Which type of biofuel can be produced from organic waste in Pakistan?
A) Biodiesel
B) Coal gas
C) Crude oil
D) Natural gas

Answer
A) Biodiesel

Which Pakistani city has the highest solar energy potential?
A) Islamabad
B) Quetta
C) Karachi
D) Lahore

Answer
B) Quetta

What is the key challenge in adopting green technologies in Pakistan?
A) Lack of interest from industries
B) High initial investment costs
C) No government support
D) Limited renewable energy resources

Answer
B) High initial investment costs

Which of the following is an example of a sustainable transportation technology?
A) Electric vehicles
B) Diesel trucks
C) Petrol cars
D) Gasoline buses

Answer
A) Electric vehicles

What is the primary objective of Pakistan’s Renewable Energy Policy?
A) Increase reliance on coal
B) Reduce dependence on fossil fuels
C) Ban solar and wind energy
D) Increase oil exploration

Answer
B) Reduce dependence on fossil fuels

Which type of power plant produces the least carbon emissions?
A) Thermal power plant
B) Solar power plant
C) Oil refinery
D) Gas-fired power plant

Answer
B) Solar power plant

Which of the following is an example of a waste-to-energy technology?
A) Coal combustion
B) Biomass gasification
C) Oil refining
D) Diesel-powered turbines

Answer
B) Biomass gasification

Which country is assisting Pakistan in developing green technologies under CPEC?
A) USA
B) Germany
C) China
D) India

Answer
C) China

What is the purpose of net metering in Pakistan’s solar energy sector?
A) Increasing fossil fuel use
B) Allowing consumers to sell excess electricity
C) Reducing grid efficiency
D) Increasing coal power generation

Answer
B) Allowing consumers to sell excess electricity

Which of the following is a key component of a wind turbine?
A) Solar panel
B) Rotor blades
C) Coal boiler
D) Diesel engine

Answer
B) Rotor blades

Which government initiative supports the adoption of green energy in Pakistan?
A) Green Growth Initiative
B) Oil Refinery Expansion Plan
C) Pakistan Gas Development Program
D) Coal Power Promotion Scheme

Answer
A) Green Growth Initiative

What is a major benefit of energy-efficient LED lights?
A) Higher energy consumption
B) Reduced electricity usage
C) Increased carbon emissions
D) Shorter lifespan

Answer
B) Reduced electricity usage

Which renewable energy source is best suited for coastal areas in Pakistan?
A) Hydropower
B) Wind energy
C) Biomass energy
D) Geothermal energy

Answer
B) Wind energy

What is the main advantage of hydropower over other renewable energy sources?
A) Higher pollution levels
B) Continuous electricity generation
C) Requires fossil fuels
D) Low water availability

Answer
B) Continuous electricity generation

Which of the following is an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional plastics?
A) Biodegradable plastics
B) Petroleum-based plastics
C) Synthetic rubber
D) Chemical polymers

Answer
A) Biodegradable plastics

Which of the following can improve Pakistan’s energy security?
A) Increasing coal imports
B) Expanding renewable energy infrastructure
C) Reducing hydropower projects
D) Increasing fossil fuel dependency

Answer
B) Expanding renewable energy infrastructure

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