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Environmental Issues: Fossil Fuels 101

What are fossil fuels, and how do they affect the environment? Learn the environmental and financial impact of fossil fuels.
The Hidden Cost of Fossil Fuels
Not all energy costs are noted on your monthly bill. Fossil fuels, which currently account for 85 percent of the fuel used in the United States, carry unseen costs that range from global warming to human health risks.
What are Fossil Fuels?
Information about the origin, use and non-renewability of oil, natural gas and coal, the fossil fuels that currently supply most of the world's energy needs.

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