Will humans move towards renewable energies for the sake of the life of the planet and the fight against global climate change and the importance of humans for the environment and human survival? What will happen to the position of fossil and nuclear energies? Why should humans avoid fossil fuels such as oil and gas, etc., and should they no longer use oil and its derivatives for the sake of the Earth's atmosphere and the life of humans and their creatures?
Jorge Morales Pedraza added a reply:
4 hours ago
Many countries, industries, and individuals are accelerating their transition to renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and hydrogen, among others. Why?
Challenges Remain
Still, it's not a smooth ride. Obstacles include:
Transitioning to renewables isn't just about protecting nature—it's about securing the long-term survival of human civilization. The reasons are the following:
In essence, this transition isn't optional—it's existential. The real question may not be if, but when, depending on the available resources to finance this energy transition. And the faster that "when" arrives, the better the odds for a livable future.
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Mohamed Ibrahim Hassan Farag added a reply
6 days ago
Thank you for your important question
Yes, humans are increasingly moving toward renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydropower in response to the urgent need to protect the planet and ensure human survival. Fossil fuels such as oil and gas are major contributors to climate change due to their carbon emissions, which harm the Earth’s atmosphere and lead to rising temperatures, pollution, and ecological damage. To fight climate change and preserve life on Earth, it is essential to reduce and eventually stop the use of fossil fuels and their derivatives. While fossil and nuclear energy may still have a limited role in some sectors, the global trend is shifting toward cleaner, safer, and more sustainable energy alternatives. This transition is not only environmentally necessary but also vital for the health, safety, and long-term survival of humanity and other living creatures.
H. Douglas Lightfoot added a reply
2 hours ago
Renewables like wind and solar are unreliable and expensive because they depend on the weather.
Carbon dioxide works with sunlight and makes our food and oxygen. No carbon dioxide, and we die.
We cannot make anything without oil. Nuclear fission is the future source of energy. It generates heat, which is used to generate electricity.
Some applications will require liquid hydrocarbons as fuel. We can produce these from hydrogen and carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide is available from limestone, and hydrogen is obtained by splitting water in a high-temperature process. However, this is a long way off because there are sufficient fossil fuels for one to two centuries, which gives us time to develop suitable alternatives.
There is nuclear fission fuel for tens of thousands of years