The IEA recently released a 10-point plan that it estimated could cut global oil demand by 2.7 million barrels per day in just four months. While the timeline and some of the suggestions may seem unrealistic, the underlying message is one that should be taken seriously – we do have the power to reduce demand. From the impact of Covid lockdowns on oil demand to the growth of electric vehicles in Europe and the impact of low-emissions zones in cities like London, there are plenty of examples of how it can work. The IEA recently released ‘A 10-Point Plan to Cut Oil Use’, but just how realistic is this plan? With the hope that state governments will incorporate the plan into national policy to curb oil use, it’s important to consider the likelihood of states making these changes and the viability of each of the ten points in practice. […]