RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES: THE ONLY SOLUTION TO THE GLOBAL ENERGY CRISIS
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Keywords

renewable energy, energy crisis, sustainability, fossil fuels, solar power, wind energy, hydropower, green economy.

Abstract

The contemporary world faces an unprecedented energy crisis characterized by rising fossil fuel consumption, depletion of natural resources, and accelerating climate change. This article analyzes renewable energy sources as the most sustainable and practical alternative to fossil fuels, highlighting their potential to provide energy security, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and foster economic growth. By examining various renewable technologies such as solar, wind, hydropower, biomass, and geothermal energy, the paper argues that transitioning to renewable energy systems is not only an ecological necessity but also the only long-term solution to the global energy crisis.

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