Reducing energy use is essential


The Dec. 29 Reader Forum letter “Trading addictions” delineates the only sane, practical solution to the escalating problem of energy consumption in the United States.

The dangers of nuclear, oil, natural gas and coal have all been well documented, although these industries have doggedly attempted to diminish the very real consequences associated with their products.

No, the solution does not lie in any of the above sources but in the simplest of remedies: Reduce your use. Until and unless Americans rein in their profligate use of all forms of energy, we will continue to endanger lives, escalate costs and destroy the environment.

Reduce your use. It’s the only safe, cheap and effective answer.

Barbara Wirkus, Kenilworth