Wind power and photovoltaics have been found to provide greater energy returns than fossil fuels

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Here’s the summary: Aramendia, A. et al. Estimating utility-stage energy returns from fossil fuel investments and implications for renewable energy systems. Nat. Energy https://doi.org/10.1038/s41560-024-01518-6 (2024).