Formed from ancient organic matter, fossil fuels—coal, oil, and natural gas—power electricity, transport, and industry worldwide. Energy companies, oil-producing nations, and consumers relying on affordable power benefit most. Yet their combustion drives climate change, prompting a shift toward renewables.
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