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“There is enough oil in the ground to deep-fry the lot of us, and no obvious means to prevail upon governments and industry to leave it in the ground.”

Quote by George Monbiot

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George Monbiot is a British writer, environmental activist, and journalist, known for his profound insights and critical analysis of environmental issues. His work covers a wide range of topics, including climate change, consumerism, political corruption, and biodiversity. more

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