Question

question 17 4 pts which of the following actions taken by a company would reduce its scope 2 emissions? please check all that apply. ☐ adopting recycled materials in its products ☐ buying hybrid cars and trucks for its fleet ☐ replacing old electrical equipment with more energy efficient electrical equipment ☐ installing solar panels on its rooftops ☐ using motion sensors to turn lighting on and off in its facilities

Explanation:

• Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions from the generation of purchased energy (like electricity, heat, steam). Let's analyze each option:
• Adopting recycled materials: Relates to material sourcing (scope 3, not scope 2).
• Buying hybrid cars: Company fleet fuel use is scope 1 (direct) or scope 3 (if fuel is purchased), not scope 2.
• Replacing old electrical equipment with energy - efficient ones: Reduces electricity consumption, so less electricity (purchased energy) is used, thus reducing scope 2 emissions.
• Installing solar panels: Generates on - site renewable electricity, reducing the need for purchased electricity, so scope 2 emissions (from purchased electricity) are reduced.
• Using motion sensors for lighting: Reduces electricity usage, leading to less purchased electricity and lower scope 2 emissions.

Answer:

• Replacing old electrical equipment with more energy efficient electrical equipment
• Installing solar panels on its rooftops
• Using motion sensors to turn lighting on and off in its facilities