Fossil Fuels Are 40% of Freight Shipping Tonnage, but Half Its Fuel Use

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🚢 "Fossil Fuels Dominate Freight Shipping Despite Efficiency Concerns"
Fossil fuels account for 40% of freight shipping tonnage but surprisingly consume half of its fuel use, highlighting a significant inefficiency in the industry. This disparity underscores the need for cleaner, more efficient energy solutions in maritime transport.

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🚢 "Fossil Fuels Dominate Freight Shipping Despite Efficiency Concerns"
Fossil fuels account for 40% of freight shipping tonnage but surprisingly consume half of its fuel use, highlighting a significant inefficiency in the industry. This disparity underscores the need for cleaner, more efficient energy solutions in maritime transport.
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