The International Energy Agency (IEA) has outlined a series of demand-side measures aimed at lessening the economic strain on consumers caused by disruptions in oil markets stemming from the conflict in the Middle East. These recommendations are intended for governments, businesses, and households to implement. A key focus of the IEA’s proposals centers around the transport sector.
One immediate step suggested is reducing traffic congestion, exemplified by potential measures along Vodnikova Street in Ljubljana, where reduced commuting could lower oil consumption. Furthermore, the IEA advises lowering speed limits on highways by at least ten kilometers per hour. This adjustment is projected to decrease fuel consumption across passenger vehicles, buses, and trucks.
The agency also advocates for increased utilization of public transportation. Shifting individuals from private cars to public transit options is expected to decrease the number of vehicles on the road, thereby reducing overall fuel demand.
