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Iran war is supercharging the clean energy transition, UN climate chief says [View all]
https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/cop/iran-war-is-supercharging-clean-energy-transition-un-climate-chief-says-2026-04-30/By Kate Abnett
April 30, 202611:35 AM EDT
BRUSSELS, April 30 (Reuters) - The Iran war is "supercharging" the world's shift to renewable energy, as countries scramble to reduce their exposure to volatile oil and gas markets, the U.N. climate secretary said on Thursday.
The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran has upended oil and gas supplies, prompting some countries to ration fuel and others to roll out subsidies and tax cuts to shield consumers from surging prices.
Early signs indicate the war, which began two months ago, is speeding up some countries' low-carbon transition.
Demand for rooftop solar systems across Europe has surged, while countries including Pakistan have reported a jump in electric vehicle sales.
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April 30, 202611:35 AM EDT
BRUSSELS, April 30 (Reuters) - The Iran war is "supercharging" the world's shift to renewable energy, as countries scramble to reduce their exposure to volatile oil and gas markets, the U.N. climate secretary said on Thursday.
The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran has upended oil and gas supplies, prompting some countries to ration fuel and others to roll out subsidies and tax cuts to shield consumers from surging prices.
Early signs indicate the war, which began two months ago, is speeding up some countries' low-carbon transition.
Demand for rooftop solar systems across Europe has surged, while countries including Pakistan have reported a jump in electric vehicle sales.
…
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