The Politics Of Solving Climate Change May, Paradoxically, Require Producing More Fossil Fuels For A
The politics of solving climate change may, paradoxically, require producing more fossil fuels for a while.
In 2023, the U.S. witnessed a surge in clean-energy initiatives with substantial climate-related spending, nearly 300 clean-energy projects announced, and record-breaking electric-vehicle sales. President Joe Biden proudly stated that America is leading the global fight against climate change. However, paradoxically, the U.S. also emerged as the world's top oil producer, surpassing historical records and accounting for almost 20% of global oil production.
(via Why Is the U.S. Is Producing More Oil Than Ever? - The Atlantic)
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