Question

What are the environmental consequences of the increasing demand for energy

Answer 1

The demand of energy is increased due to the industrialisation all over the world. Their energy demands are fulfilled by energy obtained from fossil fuels. The burning of fossil fuels causes air pollution and releases largeamount of carbon dioxide which results in global warming.

Answer 2

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What are the environmental consequences of the increasing demand for energy?

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Increasing demand for energy is adversely affecting our environment in following ways:

• Extraction of resources from nature disturbs many natural cycles and also causes air pollution.
• Use of energy sources and disposal of end products into air, water and soil causes pollution.
• Green house effect is caused by pouring in gaseous toxins into the air. This has resulted in global warming.
• Cutting of trees results in adverse effect on our physical and mental state.