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During fieldwork conducted in Ukraine, it became evident that the current conflicts over energy resources reflect a broader struggle tied to fossil fuel dependence. The war underscores how both the U.S. and Russia, despite their opposing stances, derive benefits from the same energy battles. This dichotomy extends further into the analysis of wildfires and their significant emissions footprint, which now surpass that of traditional fossil fuels, reiterating the pressing nature of climate issues.