IEA Supports Energy Efficiency Amid Global Crisis

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The International Energy Agency (IEA) supports the government’s measures to encourage the public to save energy consumption in order to maintain supply stability amid the global energy crisis resulting from the United States (US)-Israel war with Iran.

“Saving energy is not about making big, difficult changes, but rather consistent small habits,” the IEA wrote on its official website, quoted from Jakarta on Friday.

These small habits include turning off the AC when not in use, ensuring doors and windows are tightly closed when the AC is on, and using thick curtains to keep the indoor temperature stable.

Furthermore, the IEA also suggests replacing old lights with LEDs, setting water heaters according to needs without leaving them on all day, and driving wisely.

The IEA also advises the public to rely on public transportation, use bicycles, or walk if possible.

Previously, during a cabinet meeting at the State Palace in Jakarta on Friday (13/3), President Prabowo Subianto encouraged fuel consumption saving measures and considered work-from-home (WFH) policies as anticipatory steps against the impact of the global crisis.

Coordinating Minister for the Economy Airlangga Hartarto also urged the public to start practising energy-saving habits, both at home and at work.

Several other countries have announced energy-saving policies in response to global uncertainties.

For example, Thailand has asked civil servants to work from home to reduce electricity and fuel consumption, limit the use of lifts and escalators, and set room cooling temperatures around 26–27 degrees Celsius.

The Philippines has implemented a four-day workweek system in the public sector, while Pakistan is preparing energy-saving plans through distance learning and work-from-home arrangements.