Conservation and Environment
Fossil Fuels
Fossil fuels are energy resources that come from the remains of plants and animals. These remains are millions of years old.
Fossil fuels, like coal, oil, and natural gas, provide the energy that powers our lifestyles and our economy. Fossil fuels power everything from the planes in the sky to the cars on the road. They heat our homes and light up the night. They're the bedrock on which we base our energy mix.
Providing Electricity:
One of the main uses of fossil fuels it to generate electricity. Coal is the number one fuel source for electric generation, accounting for more than half of all resources used. Natural gas and petroleum also contribute their fair share. So when you look at all the different resources used to generate electricity, it's overwhelmingly fossil fuels doing the work.