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NUMBER 1 Let’s Take a Look Which are the Top 5 Environmental Issues in Europe Energy production Having access to energy systems is a key for human wellbeing and economic development of each country. But energy also has important environmental impacts. Our energy systems are ominated by fossil fuels (petroleum, gas, etc.) which produce carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases. Greenhouse gases absorb Eleni D.-Greece reflected solar energy, making the Earth's atmosphere warmer. As fossil fuels can be burned, hazardous gases are released in the atmosphere, causing air pollution and acid rain. Solutions! 1. Turn off lights, computers and other appliances when not in use 2 .Encourage your friends or relatives to use public transport, or to use bike for their daily commute 3. Ensure drivers in your company obeying traffic laws and speed limits. 4. Choose materials which are made from recycled materials 5. Plant trees 19