The International Energy Agency has advised that fewer air travels may be necessary to reduce the demand for jet fuel as global oil shortage worsens.
The IEA, in a Friday statement, suggested up to 10 options global citizens and policymakers can adopt to weather the impact of the oil crisis.
This comes as the Middle East conflict intensifies over the United States and Israel’s war against Iran.
The IEA noted that the war in the Middle East is creating a major energy crisis, including the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market.
“In the absence of a swift resolution, the impacts on energy markets and economies are set to become more and more severe,” IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said in the statement.
“A reduction in air travel, where alternatives exist, can significantly lower demand for jet fuel,” the statement said.
Beyond limiting air travel, the IEA proposed working from home where possible.
“Working from home, where possible, reduces fuel demand for commuting, while lowering highway speed limits by at least 10 kilometres per hour cuts fuel use across both passenger vehicles and freight.
“Encouraging a shift from private cars to public transport, alongside measures such as alternating private vehicle access in large cities, can further reduce congestion and fuel consumption.
“Additional gains can be achieved through car sharing and more efficient driving practices, as well as improved efficiency in freight and delivery operations,” it added.
