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fossil fuels

NOUN
fuel derived from prehistoric organisms
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One reason for this could be that the U.S. economy is far less dependent on fossil fuels than it was in the past, said economist Ed Yardeni of Yardeni Research.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

In the longer term, the war will undoubtedly inspire countries that have to import energy to redouble efforts to wean themselves off fossil fuels.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

But Gourinchas said the world was now less dependent on oil and fossil fuels, so the impact on consumers would be less severe.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

“Tom has put in place an investment policy to ensure that he does not directly invest in fossil fuels, payday lending, or private prisons,” spokesman Anthony York said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“And it’s all because of climate change. Burning fossil fuels puts carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, which traps the earth’s heat.”

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz