Environmental impact of fossil fuels is concerning from "summary" of Foragers, Farmers, and Fossil Fuels by Ian Morris
The use of fossil fuels has had a significant impact on the environment over the years. From the burning of coal, oil, and natural gas to power our modern world, to the extraction and transportation of these resources, the environmental consequences have been severe. The release of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide into the atmosphere has contributed to global warming and climate change. In addition to greenhouse gas emissions, the extraction of fossil fuels has also led to environmental degradation. The mining of coal and oil has resulted in deforestation, habitat destruction, and water pollution. The transportation of these resources through pipelines and tankers has led to spills and leaks, contaminating land and waterways. Furthermore, the burning of fossil fuels for energy production has resulted in air pollution, with harmful...
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