Fossil Fuels Are Not Essential.

EXTREME weather; RAINSTORMS; RAINFALL; OCEAN temperature; FOSSIL fuels

The article from Scientific American discusses the argument made by the fossil fuel industry that its products are essential, despite the climate damage they cause. It highlights the historical example of leaded gasoline, where industry leaders argued that lead was essential for the economy and progress, despite its known health risks. The article emphasizes the need to transition away from fossil fuels to address the existential threat of global climate change and create a safer future for the planet. [Extracted from the article]

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