By the year 2030, renewable energy sources will account for more than 50% of the world's total energy consumption.
By the year 2030, renewable energy sources will account for more than 50% of the world's total energy consumption.
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Amidst a shifting global energy landscape, the question arises: "True or False: By the year 2030, renewable energy sources will account for more than 50% of the world's total energy consumption?"
Renewable energy technologies like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power have gained momentum in the face of climate concerns and depleting fossil fuel resources. While advocates highlight advancements, declining costs, and supportive policies driving their rapid adoption, skeptics point to entrenched fossil fuel industries and infrastructural challenges.
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