imported

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In late March, the western state of Gujarat directed utility Tata Power to restart a facility that runs on imported coal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

India has issued an emergency coal directive, essentially forcing power plants that run on imported coal to maximize output ahead of what is forecast to be a hotter-than-normal summer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

Egypt relies heavily on imported fuel, leaving it particularly exposed to global energy shocks.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Fuel prices rose by up to 30 percent in March, while the pound has shed around 15 percent of its value since the war began, pushing up the cost of imported seeds and feed.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

She wondered if the diverse butterflies she saw in the yard were among the species Grandpa Sorenson had imported.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull