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The Iran war has pushed some countries away from oil and toward clean energy
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Several countries have increased renewable energy investments and electric vehicle adoption following recent military escalations in the Middle East. Energy analysts have attributed some acceleration in solar, battery, and electric vehicle deployment to concerns about fossil fuel supply vulnerability. No specific countries, timelines, or policy changes are named in available reporting on this shift.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/07/09/nx-s1-5872786/iran-war-evs-solar-energy-transition
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