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Will renewable energy have a higher energy production share in the US than combined fossil fuels and nuclear in any month before 2050?

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Authors:

NeverGotTheMemo42

Opened:

May 16, 2024

Closes:

Dec 30, 2049

Scheduled resolution:

Jan 1, 2050

Spot Scoring Time:

May 19, 2024

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