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OPEC's Long-Term Strategy emphasizes the continued role of oil and gas in the global energy mix during the transition to lower-carbon systems, advocating for investment in efficiency, carbon capture, and _____ fuels to reduce emissions while ensuring energy access and affordability.

  1. fossil
  2. renewable
  3. nuclear
  4. hydrogen

Answer: hydrogen

OPEC recognizes hydrogen (especially blue/green) as a potential low-carbon energy carrier. The Strategy promotes R&D, infrastructure development, and policy frameworks to scale up hydrogen production and use, complementing renewables and supporting a pragmatic, technology-neutral energy transition.

Topic OPEC
Exam Relevance UPSC, Banking, SSC