Green Flashpoints: How The Surge In Renewable Energy May Spark A New Era Of Global Conflict – Analysis
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The shift to renewable energy promises a cleaner, more sustainable planet. Yet, as with all transformative technologies, it will redistribute power, provoke competition, and—if mismanaged—ignite conflict. From critical mineral rushes and techno-protectionism to hydrogen geopolitics and infrastructure rivalries, the green revolution carries risks that mirror and magnify existing global tensions.
Policymakers must anticipate these flashpoints. Strategic stockpiling, diversified supply chains, fair mining practices, and multilateral coordination over technology and standards are essential. But perhaps most critically, the world must ensure that the energy transition uplifts rather than exploits.
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