There are many different strategies for reducing anthropogenic emissions of carbon. Determine whether the given strategy is an example of 1) energy efficiency and conservation; 2) a change in energy source; 3) a change in transportation energy source; or 4) an increase in natural carbon sinks.Bill decides to go "off the grid," installing photovoltaic (PV) cells on the roof of his house to generate his own electricity instead of relying upon the energy generated by the local coal power plant.

A. Energy efficiency and conservation
B. Change in energy source
C. Change in transportation energy source
D. Increase in natural carbon sinks
E. This is not a strategy to reduce carbon emissions


Answer: B

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