A decline in fossil fuel power is now ‘inevitable’, the report’s authors say.

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    … let’s just celebrate a win, okay. No need to cast shadow on who scored in who’s own goal

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      is it a win tho fossil fuel usage is still rising, the way renewable energy is being deployed in capitalist countries is that they are just another path for exploitation not a replacement for fossil fuels.

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        Fossil fuel consumption for electricity generation in the US has been decreasing along with the increase in renewable generation capacity, so what you’re saying is false

        Here’s a source

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          YeaH, even the US is moving toward renewables and there are some highlights like steel production, but way too slowly, way too many lowlights, like peak fossil fuel production and export. That data shows we’re heading in the right direction, but all too slowly, we may not keep the pace, and could even see future growth in fossil fuels, all else being equal.

          I know it’s a reflection of data predictability but I’m especially frustrated they don’t see EVs getting above 30% of the fleet. I hear Biden trying to be encouraging, but this data shows us nebpver meeting his 2030 goal for transportation