The Pros And Cons Of Fossil Fuels

Fossil fuels comprise 80 percent of current global primary energy demand, and the energy system is the source of approximately two thirds of global carbon dioxide emissions as of 2015 (Foster and Elzinga). For decades, people have argued about whether fossil fuels are helpful to the planet and sustainability. Although, there is no right or wrong answer because renewable and non-renewable resources have disadvantages and advantages. There are very many different variables to be considered in this argumentation. Fossil fuels make up most of Earth’s energy. A fossil fuel is defined as a natural fuel formed in the geological past from remains of living organisms (Hayes). All life forms need the sun to sustain life. Animals and plants use and