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The Iran war is driving clean energy development. It's not enough to help the planet, yet
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Jennifer Mcdermott, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· September 17, 2026
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Countries are embracing clean power and taking steps to use less energy because of the war against Iran, but it is not yet enough to help address climate change. When the U.S. and Israel launched the war in February, some backers of renewables opined it could drive a green transition as oil and g...
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What is this story about? Countries are embracing clean power and taking steps to use less energy because of the war against Iran, but it is not yet enough to help address climate change. When the U.S. and Israel launched the war in February, some backers of renewables opined it could drive a green transition as oil and g...
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