Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

　　Renewable sources of energy (sun, water, wind) will soon replace fossil fuels (coal, gas, oil).

　　Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

　　(Agree)

　　Fully agree with the statement that renewable sources of energy like solar and wind power will soon replace fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas. There are several reasons why I feel this way.

　　First of all, many people now realize that Earth’s supply of fossil fuels is going to run out within a few decades. Because people are going to exhaust these fossil fuels soon, we will have no choice but to make the transition to renewable sources of energy. During the twentieth century, people all over the world began using fossil fuels more than ever before. Mostly, they were used for running cars and other forms of transportation and for heating homes and buildings. Fossil fuels were very important during the twentieth century, yet people used them too much. Now geologists are telling people that Earth’s supply is running out. Since we need energy to keep our economies running, we will have to work to develop renewable sources of energy.

　　Second of all, people are more concerned about the environment these days. Fossil fuels often pollute the environment, but renewable sources of energy cause virtually no pollution. In the twenty-first century, many people are focusing on cleaning up the Earth. Also, people are worried about the greenhouse effect, which some scientists believe is caused by the release of carbon dioxide-created by burning fossil fuels-into the atmosphere. The greenhouse effect is believed to be causing global warming, so something needs to be done about this. Lf people use solar, water, or wind power, they will not be adding any greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. This should help to prevent global warming, and it will also make Earth a much cleaner place.

　　In the near future, it is highly likely that renewable sources of energy will replace fossil fuels. Considering that the supply of fossil fuels is running out and that they pollute the environment, unlike renewable sources of energy, it is inevitable that people will start relying upon renewable sources of energy soon.