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Why is it difficult to replace fossil fuels with a different source of energy?
The reason there are no viable alternative or “clean” fuels that can replace fossil fuels is that fossil fuels are extraordinarily energy dense. In addition, it is easy to generate energy from fossil fuels and — more importantly — to capture the energy produced during fossil fuel combustion.
What are some of the main reasons people are trying to replace fossil fuels with renewable resources?
Renewable energy will replace fossil fuels because they will be less expensive, as reliable, and as convenient as fossil fuels. The polls indicate that the latent market for renewables in already in place.
What are two problems with fossil fuels in terms of energy generation?
Burning Fossil Fuels When we burn oil, coal, and gas, we don’t just meet our energy needs—we drive the current global warming crisis as well. Fossil fuels produce large quantities of carbon dioxide when burned. Carbon emissions trap heat in the atmosphere and lead to climate change.
Why do people think fossil fuels should be phased out?
The reasons for phasing out fossil fuels are to: reduce deaths and illness caused by air pollution. limit climate change. reduce energy subsidies.
Why we should not use fossil fuels?
We understand today that humanity’s use of fossil fuels is severely damaging our environment. Fossil fuels cause local pollution where they are produced and used, and their ongoing use is causing lasting harm to the climate of our entire planet.
What is wrong with fossil fuels?
Fossil fuels take a toll on the environment. They cause obvious problems such as oil spills and smog filled air. Acid rain, for example, caused partially by sulfur in fossil fuels, damages buildings and harms trees, aquatic life, and insects. Pollution mixes with clouds and forms acid rain.
What would happen if there were no fossil fuels?
Without fossil fuel, essential items such as masks and PPE are unable to reach to other countries in time. Large-scale international trade would shut down. Commuter transportation could transit to electric rail or electric cars quickly.