War is exposing fossil fuel risk — not replacing net zero

The current conflict in Iran is sending shockwaves through global energy markets.

Oil prices have surged above $110 per barrel, with analysts warning this is one of the largest energy supply disruptions in history. ()

At the same time, disruptions in key shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz are threatening fuel supply chains worldwide — pushing up prices, driving inflation, and creating real economic instability. ()

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But here’s the key point most people are missing:

This isn’t a reason to slow down net zero.It’s the clearest argument yet for accelerating it.

Experts are already pointing out that this crisis highlights a fundamental weakness — fossil fuel systems are highly vulnerable to geopolitical disruption. ()

When supply chains break, entire economies feel it within days.

Renewable energy changes that equation.

It’s local.It’s scalable.And it’s not dependent on global conflict zones.

👉 Translation:The more unstable the world becomes, the stronger the case for renewables.

At Renew Co, we see net zero not just as a climate goal —but as a long-term energy security strategy.