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The Role of Technology in Environmental History
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Which technological innovation led to the widespread use of fossil fuels, contributing significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change?
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The internal combustion engine
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The internal combustion engine, used in cars, trucks, and other vehicles, revolutionized transportation but also became a major source of air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.