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Crisis in Strait of Hormuz Underscores Urgent Need for Domestic Renewable Energy

Andreas Sieber, 350.org’s director of political strategy, cautioned Al Jazeera that even if the Strait of Hormuz is fully restored and a lasting ceasefire is achieved, the underlying dynamics of the “fossil fuel crisis” triggered by the conflict remain largely unchanged.

Oil prices, although temporarily dipping below $100 per barrel, still significantly exceed pre-war levels, Sieber pointed out, emphasizing that ordinary citizens are bearing the brunt of these costs. According to 350.org’s analysis, the war has already imposed a staggering $100 billion in costs on consumers and businesses within the first month alone.

“This crisis has exacerbated energy poverty, hunger, and inequality, and its consequences are far from being resolved,” Sieber noted. “A comprehensive, region-wide ceasefire is essential, but instead of waiting indefinitely for stability, governments must take immediate action to prioritize energy self-sufficiency and affordability through the development of homegrown renewable energy sources.”

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