What steps would you suggest to minimise environmental pollution caused by burning of fossil fuels ?

Explanation

Environmental pollution caused by burning of fossil fuels can be minimised:
(i) By increasing the efficiency of the combustion process and using various techniques to reduce the escape of harmful gases and ashes into the surroundings.
(ii) By using cleaner fuels like CNG and LPG which do not produce smoke and ash on combustion.
(iii) By using public transport and bicycles.
(iv) By using non-conventional sources of energy like solar energy and wind energy.
(v) By increasing the efficiency of the combustion process and using various techniques to produce the smokeless appliances.
(vi) The air pollution caused by burning of coal or petroleum products can be reduced by afforestation.