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Explore natural gas, a versatile fossil fuel essential for energy production, heating, and industry. Discover its origins, uses, and environmental impact.
Natural gas escaping from the ground has fueled eternal flames for millennia, inspiring Zoroastrianism and giving Azerbaijan its poetic moniker. The Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain) is one prominent example where fire continuously burns from a hillside.
With significant reserves, Algeria is a leading exporter of natural gas to Europe and a prominent member of OPEC. The hydrocarbons sector forms the backbone of its economy, accounting for a large portion of its GDP and export earnings, crucial for national development.
