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Sorry, Alternative Energy Won't Save Us From Our Oil Addiction

Oil contributes 40% of the world's energy. Over the next 20 years, demand for oil will likely continue to grow strongly no matter how aggressively we invest in alternatives. Full Article at The Business Insider

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