Question

Which source of electricity generation is least harmful to the environment?

Options

• Coal

• Nuclear energy

• Gasoline

• Diesel

Answer 1

Nuclear energy

Explanation:

Renewable energy is normally regarded as the least detrimental to the environment. Nuclear energy is the least hazardous source of energy among coal, diesel and gasoline. It produces no greenhouse gas emissions. When fossil fuels such as coal, natural gas and oil are used, they emit carbon dioxide (CO₂) and other pollutants, which contribute significantly to climate change, air pollution and other environmental issues.