What is the effect of technology on environment
Discuss the impact of technological advancements on the environment, mentioning its various aspects.
- Increased consumption: The rise in the use of technology in various fields has increased the consumption of resources such as water and minerals.
- Pollution: The industrialization and conventionally fossil fuel-powered engines release excess carbon dioxide and harmful chemicals which get dispersed in the air, water, and soil.
- Waste management: The accumulation of electronic waste due to the constant need for upgrades, disposal of batteries, and other technology-related tools pose significant challenges for waste management
- Biodiversity: The construction of dams, mining, deforestation, and urbanization disrupts the natural habitats of animals and disrupts the biodiversity balance.
- Climate Change: The release of greenhouse gases responsible for the increased effects of global warming, resulting in unusual weather patterns and rising sea levels.
- Energy consumption: The constant need for energy to keep various technological tools functioning leads to increased dependency on energy resources such as non-renewable resources.
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