Question

how does renewable energy show a \forward - looking approach\? renewable energy mitigates the environmental impact. gasoline is plentiful enough that renewable energy is not needed. renewable energy is not a sustainable source.

Explanation:

Renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydropower reduce reliance on fossil fuels, which are major contributors to environmental degradation (e.g., air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions). By mitigating environmental impact, renewable energy supports a sustainable future, which is a key aspect of a "forward - looking approach."
Gasoline is a non - renewable fossil fuel. It is not "plentiful enough that renewable energy is not needed" as it is finite and its extraction and use have significant environmental costs.
Renewable energy is a sustainable source as it can be replenished naturally over time (e.g., sunlight for solar energy, wind for wind energy). So the statement "Renewable energy is NOT a sustainable source" is incorrect.

Answer:

Renewable energy mitigates the environmental impact.