What is true about remaining fossil fuel reserves with respect to climate change?

A. We can burn the remaining reserves without serious consequences.
B. About 10% of all fossil fuel reserves should be left in the ground.
C. At least 82% of coal reserves and half of natural gas reserves should be left in the ground.
D. We can burn the remaining reserves as long as we also produce more renewable energy.
E. We cannot burn any of these reserves if we want to avoid climate change tipping points.


Answer: C

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