Explore writing: A letter to the editor Newspapers usually contain sections with letters to the editor on topical issues. The general public can voice their opinions this way, both in the printed paper or the online version. Read the letter on the next page. What is it about? Read the letter again and underline all linking expressions. If you need help, go to p. 84. Read the Writing coach tips and write your own letter to the editor (around 200 words) on how to deal with household waste. Remember to use linking expressions in your text. You should: ■■ refer to the article and say if you agree. ■■ state your opinion and add a new point. ■■ end your letter with a call to action. 26 a b c Several technologies have been developed, or are in development, to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. Find out what the following alternatives are, and write them under the correct heading. Renewable Nuclear Automotive Cleaner fossil fuels biodiesel Complete the descriptions with words from the boxes in 25a. 1 is the process of removing carbon dioxide from a power station’s emissions. 2 is the process in which two lighter atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nuclear to release energy. 3 is generated from the energy of falling or fast-running water. 4 uses plant or animal material to generate electricity. 5 generates electricity from the oceans. 6 uses panels to generate power from the sun’s rays. 25 a fusion photovoltaics electric vehicles hydropower carbon capture tidal power fission biomass power biodiesel wind power hydrogen fuel cells b 90 Language skills Extras Explore 7 Your environment Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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