[Solved] Consider the following statements: “The Climate Group” is an international non-profit organization that drives climate action by building large networks and runs them. The International Energy Agency in partnership with the Climate Group. launched a global initiative “EP100”. EP100 brings together leading companies committed to driving innovation in energy efficiency and increasing competitiveness while delivering on emission reduction goals. Some Indian companies are members of EP100. The International Energy Agency is the Secretariat to the “Under2 Coalition”.

Q42) Consider the following statements:

1. “The Climate Group” is an international non-profit organization that drives climate action by building large networks and runs them.
2. The International Energy Agency in partnership with the Climate Group. launched a global initiative “EP100”.
3. EP100 brings together leading companies committed to driving innovation in energy efficiency and increasing competitiveness while delivering on emission reduction goals.
4. Some Indian companies are members of EP100.
5. The International Energy Agency is the Secretariat to the “Under2 Coalition”.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. 1, 2, 4 and 5
2. 1, 3 and 4 only
3. 2, 3 and 5 only
4. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Answer: 2

Explanation:

· Statement 1 is correct: The Climate Group is a non – profit organisation that works with business and government leaders around the world to address climate change. The group has programmes focusing on renewable energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

· Statement 2 is not correct and Statement 3 is correct: EP100 is a global initiative led by the international non – profit Climate Group, bringing together over 120 energy smart businesses committed to measuring and reporting on energy efficiency improvements. The Climate Group’s global EP100 initiative, delivered in partnership with the Alliance to Save Energy, brings together leading companies improving their energy productivity; using less energy to achieve higher economic output.

· Statement 4 is correct: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., the world’s largest manufacturer of tractors, has signed up to EP100. The Indian-based company has committed to doubling their energy productivity by 2030, a core requirement for any business signing on to the campaign. Recently, Dalmia Cement and JSW Cement – two leading Indian cement companies – committed to the Climate Group’s flagship business initiatives RE100, EV100 and EP100. Dalmia Cement committed to EV100, while they are already members of RE100 and EP100. JSW Cement, committed to all the three campaigns in one go.

· Statement 5 is not correct: It is the largest global network of state and regional governments committed to reducing emissions in line with the Paris Agreement.