When will the world’s natural resources run out?
How much of the world's natural resources are left?
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Coal – 132 years
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The alternative? Geothermal
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Natural gas – 52.8 years
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The alternative? Nuclear power
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Oil – 50.7 years
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Oil – 50.7 years
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The alternative? Electricity
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The alternative? Starch-based polymers
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The alternative? Lyocell
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Phosphorus – 30-40 years
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The alternative? Beef bone meal
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Fresh water – 9-19 years
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The solution? Desalinating salt water
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The solution? Wastewater treatment
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