The Iran war reminds us: we’ll never be energy-independent with fossil fuels | Lloyd Doggett and Michael Shank
The ongoing conflict in Iran highlights the vulnerability of countries reliant on fossil fuels for energy security. As seen in Ukraine's response to Russian attacks, transitioning to renewable energy sources can enhance energy independence. The article advocates for a shift towards decentralized, renewable energy systems to mitigate risks associated with fossil fuel dependence.
- ▪The Iran war underscores the risks of relying on finite fossil fuel resources for energy security.
- ▪Ukraine is rapidly transitioning to renewable energy in response to attacks on its fossil fuel infrastructure.
- ▪Decentralized energy systems using local renewable resources can provide communities with greater energy independence.
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‘No country will be energy-secure or independent as long as its fuel supply remains finite and fossilized.’ Photograph: Mario Tama/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreen‘No country will be energy-secure or independent as long as its fuel supply remains finite and fossilized.’ Photograph: Mario Tama/Getty ImagesOpinionRenewable energyThe Iran war reminds us: we’ll never be energy-independent with fossil fuelsLloyd Doggett and Michael ShankEnergy security comes from using local, renewable resources to power, heat and cool communities, as Ukraine is doingMon 18 May 2026 06.00 EDTShareDonald Trump’s unjustified war on Iran and the resulting global fuel crisis is a continuing reminder that true energy security and independence will continue to elude us so long as we remain dependent on fossil…
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