Question

Inspite of considerable environmental issues, thermal power contributes 70% towards power generation in the country. Why? What values are affected by it?

Answer 1

Inspite of considerable environmental issues, thermal power's contribution is the highest. It is due to the fact that India has large amounts of coal reserves, setting up the cost of a thermal power station is low and also the gestation period is small. The value affected is a total disregard for environmental protection and conservation.