What is one way that industry can reduce its energy consumption? 

A)  by using more standard electric motors 
B)  by increasing recycling and reuse of materials 
C)  by switching to incandescent lighting 
D)  by quickly venting waste heat to the environment

Industry can reduce its energy consumption by increasing recycling and reuse of materials, which not only saves energy but also reduces waste and pollution. Using more standard electric motors (A) may not necessarily reduce energy consumption, and switching to incandescent lighting (C) is actually counterproductive as it uses more energy than efficient alternatives. Quickly venting waste heat to the environment (D) is also not an effective way to reduce energy consumption as it wastes valuable resources.