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IEA: 10 Actions to Mitigate Increased Energy Costs Due to War

Published March 20, 2026, 17:08
IEA: 10 Actions to Mitigate Increased Energy Costs Due to War

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has proposed ten actions to mitigate the economic impact of disruptions in oil markets due to the war in the Middle East. The actions concern governments, businesses, and households and include working from home, reducing speed limits, encouraging public transport, and carpooling. The IEA warns that the war is creating a significant energy crisis and that the impact on energy markets and economies is expected to become increasingly severe.