Question

Which of the following is an environmental impact associated with the use of non-renewable energy sources?

• A. Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions
• B. Enhancement of air quality and health standards
• C. Mitigation of water pollution during extraction processes
• D. Land degradation, deforestation, and soil erosion

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Land degradation, deforestation, and soil erosion

• Non-renewable energy sources, particularly fossil fuels, have a substantial environmental impact, leading to various issues such as :
  • Greenhouse gas emissions
  • Air pollution
  • Water pollution
  • Land degradation.
    
    
• Land degradation occurs due to the extraction and utilization of non-renewable resources, often resulting in significant land disturbance, deforestation, and soil erosion.
• These activities can disrupt ecosystems, destroy habitats, and negatively affect biodiversity.
• Deforestation, often associated with mining activities for non-renewable resources, contributes to the loss of forest cover and can have far-reaching consequences on local wildlife and indigenous plant species.
• Soil erosion can occur as a result of land disturbances during the extraction process, leading to the displacement of fertile topsoil and reducing the land's capacity to support plant life.