cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/44153801
Denmark’s energy minister called on citizens to reduce their energy use amid the ongoing Middle East conflict.
Oil prices jumped to over $100 a barrel on Thursday, raising fears of rising inflation.
“If it is not strictly necessary to drive the car, then don’t do it,” the minister stressed to Danish citizens.
If prices are high only the poor are affected. If you are rich and waste gas you aren’t affected. But if you are rich and save gas, it keeps prices lower for those that can’t afford it.
Most of the poor are on buses, trains or bikes, all of which are pretty good in Denmark. They can’t afford to fund cars and their random repair expenses.