Question

which of the following is an environmental cost of using renewable resources?
low greenhouse gas emissions.
resources are replaceable by healthy ecosystems
lower energy output than nonrenewable resources
takes up an ecological footprint that destroys habitats

Explanation:

• "low greenhouse gas emissions" is a benefit.
• "resources are replaceable by healthy ecosystems" is a benefit.
• "lower energy output" is an energy - related factor, not an environmental cost in the sense of habitat destruction.
• "takes up an ecological footprint that destroys habitats" describes a negative environmental impact (cost) as it harms habitats.

Answer:

D. takes up an ecological footprint that destroys habitats