petroleum
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Today, most hydrogen is produced through industrial methods that rely on fossil fuels such as petroleum, natural gas, and coal.
From Science Daily • May 20, 2026
“You’re seeing some small/low-level issues for now” with availability, Patrick De Haan, GasBuddy’s head of petroleum analysis, told MarketWatch.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
The ports of New York, Philadelphia and Albany, N.Y., exported 174,000 barrels a day of gasoline, diesel and other petroleum products last month, according to Kpler.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
The strike comes days after the authorities raised petroleum prices to record levels, with costs increasing by more than 20%.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
As soon as Lucky Girl was in, Tool waded after her, his huge form pressing a ripple in the lily pads and petroleum murk.
From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi
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