DID Press: US war against Iran may further increase global reliance on coal, undermining decades of efforts to reduce fossil fuel consumption.
Amid rising geopolitical tensions and concerns over disruptions to global energy markets, reports indicate that countries are turning back to coal as a primary energy source.
The Guardian reports that escalating political risks, especially related to Iran, could significantly hinder the transition to clean energy.
Governments, facing rising fuel prices and inflationary pressures, are increasingly using more accessible and cheaper energy sources like coal.
This trend comes despite years of initiatives aimed at reducing fossil fuel use and promoting renewable energy. Experts note parallels with the 1970s energy crisis, when nations increased coal production and consumption to counter energy shortages.
Data now shows that global coal consumption has been rising since 2020, and some countries have postponed plans to phase it out.