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To think that everyone has to do their bit and reduce fuel consumption

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Noras · 09/03/2026 17:04

Due to the situation in the Gulf it seems clear to me that there is an issue with fuel.

To me it seems obvious that we all have to try to slightly reduce our fuel consumption even by just a bit eg not having the heating on or turning the temperature down by a degree or so, or reducing the time that the temperature is on. Also, maybe thinking more before making a journey in the car or just driving slower to reduce fuel consumption.

Even if we all reduced our fuel consumption by 10% more that would make a huge difference I think.

So am I unreasonable to think like that?

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CasperGutman · 09/03/2026 17:08

YANBU to think it would be a good thing for us all to reduce our energy consumption and associated carbon emissions.

BUT ... shouldn't we all be doing those things anyway, if we can? And some won't be able to - e.g., if they have medical conditions and need their homes to be warm, or if they have no option but to drive to earn a living.

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