fossil fuels

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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

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

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

Georgieva said oil and gas exporting countries that haven’t been swept up in the conflict will be least affected, while those that import fossil fuels will “bear the brunt of the impact.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 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