War is pushing up energy prices now. Trump's policies could hurt for years to come

The war in Iran is driving up fossil fuel prices and highlighting the risks of depending on oil and gasoline. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has unwound policies that would boost alternatives.

War is pushing up energy prices now. Trump's policies could hurt for years to come
A customer fuels up his car in Linden, New Jersey, on March 18, 2026.

The war in Iran is driving up fossil fuel prices and highlighting the risks of depending on oil and gasoline. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has unwound policies that would boost alternatives.

(Image credit: KENA BETANCUR)

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