What are the environmental consequences of using fossil fuels ? Suggest the steps to minimize the pollution caused by varies sources of energy including non-conventional sources of energy.

Explanation

Consequences :
(i) Cause air pollution
(ii) The acidic oxides lead to acid rain
(iii) High concentration of green house gas `(CO_2)` and its effect
(iv) Global Warming (any 3 points)
Steps to minimize the pollution:
(i) Use of alternate source of energy
(ii) Use of various devices to reduce emission of harmful gases.
(iii) By increasing efficiency of combustion process (or any other)