INTERNATIONAL — April 1, 2026
EU Energy Commissioner Urges Remote Work, Fuel Savings Amid Prolonged Energy Crisis
The European Commission warned of a prolonged energy crisis from the Persian Gulf war, with EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen urging remote work, reduced travel and faster renewable energy adoption. Oil prices have surged up to 70% following US and Israeli attacks on Iran, stranding one-fifth of global crude and LNG supplies.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Amu TV — 2 min read
BRUSSELS — The European Commission has warned of a prolonged energy crisis stemming from the Persian Gulf war, calling on Europeans to work from home, reduce travel and accelerate renewable energy adoption amid soaring oil prices.
EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen described the situation as "very serious," stating there is no clear end in sight. "Even if peace is established tomorrow, we will not return to normal anytime soon," he said following an extraordinary meeting of the 27 EU energy ministers on Tuesday.
Jørgensen emphasized the need to save oil consumption, particularly diesel and jet fuel, and urged adherence to International Energy Agency (IEA) recommendations. These include working from home, lowering speed limits, promoting public transport, carpooling and efficient driving practices.
He also called for doubling the pace of renewable energy construction to achieve long-term energy independence.
The ministers' meeting concluded without specific proposals, with the Commission expected to announce measures soon. Discussions covered government aid, renewables, nuclear power and biofuels, focusing on coordination rather than immediate actions.
Oil and gas prices have risen up to 70% since US and Israeli attacks on Iran, leaving one-fifth of the world's crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) stuck in the Persian Gulf.
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He urged member countries to follow ... he said included "<strong>work from home where possible, reduce highway speed limits by ten kilometers [an hour], encourage public transport, alternate private car access</strong> ......
- Brussels says Europeans should consider traveling less to avoid energy shortages – POLITICOpolitico.eu
The International Energy Agency has already laid out a list of proposals for demand reduction this time around, including encouraging homeworking and lowering highway speed limits. The letter comes amid waning confidence that the war in Iran will be over quickly, making long-term shortages more likely. EU countries should make "timely preparation in anticipation of a potentially prolonged disruption," Jørgensen said.
<strong>A senior European Union official has urged citizens across Europe to work from home, reduce travel, and cut fuel consumption</strong>, warning that the ongoing energy crisis could have long-lasting global consequences.
As Asian governments ask residents to save energy and work from home, the EU is urging the same; how willing will Europeans be to cut back on transport and travel?
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