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fossil

[fos-uhl] / ˈfɒs əl /


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Google stands out for “doing everything it can” to avoid building data centers that rely on fossil fuels, according to Michael Thomas, founder of data firm Cleanview.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026

According to the researchers, the discovery fills an important gap in the ancient ecosystem represented by the Changma fossil site.

From Science Daily • Jun. 23, 2026

"We can see in the numbers what people want - cheap cars and cars that will save them money, particularly as fossil fuels are volatile," she said.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

UN chief Antonio Guterres called Tuesday for faster action on global warming, challenging AI firms to "come clean" about their environmental footprint and warning that fossil fuels were driving climate and energy crises.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

We went into the living room, where on the couch, the imprint of Dad’s body was like a fossil, permanent and remarkably accurate.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen




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