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fossil fuel

[fos-uhl fyoo-uhl] / ˈfɒs əl ˈfju əl /
NOUN
fuel derived from prehistoric organisms
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Environmental advocates counter that additional fossil fuel production can encourage more consumption and delay the energy transition.

From Barron's Aug. 20, 2026

Once again, the fossil fuel industry led the way.

From Salon Aug. 13, 2026

All of the companies agreed to invest instead in U.S. fossil fuel projects.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 6, 2026

Meanwhile, there’s a growing business case for companies in Europe to electrify their industrial heat, according to a recent report from McKinsey—particularly as fossil fuel prices remain volatile.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

It runs on fossil fuel and creates tons of waste and pollution.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan




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