Energy Consumption and Environmental Impacts: A Comparison

Energy Consumption and Environmental Impacts

1. How does per person energy consumption compare in highly developed and developing countries?

Per person energy consumption in highly developed countries far exceeds that of developing countries. In the United States and Canada, annual per person energy consumption can be nearly ten times higher than that of developing countries.

2. Why does surface mining of coal typically cause more environmental harm than subsurface mining?

The acid and toxic mineral

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