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Unpacking Renewable Energy's Complexities
This chapter explores the nuanced sustainability of renewable energy technologies, addressing environmental impacts related to critical raw material extraction and their comparison to fossil fuel disruptions. It emphasizes the importance of critical thinking amidst misinformation regarding electric vehicles and evaluates the Energy Return on Investment (EROI) across different energy sources. By examining the entire energy supply chain and the complexities of energy systems, the chapter advocates for a balanced perspective on the energy transition and its multifaceted benefits.