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She stresses the importance of understanding coal's role in the broader value chain and how recent technological advances can mitigate environmental impacts. Misconceptions about coal's necessity and impact are often fueled by misinformation, making education about its multi-industry significance critical.
The Fallacy of the ‘Renewables-Only’ Solution
While renewables are part of the energy mix, Manuk critiques the notion of relying solely on them to achieve carbon neutrality. She points out that the International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has not endorsed an exclusively renewable approach. There is no known "100% renewables only" pathway to maintain energy reliability, affordability, and security—three pillars essential for a functioning economy.