In a video message, Masoud Pezeshkian highlighted the health risks posed by air pollution and said improving fuel quality requires better control over heating in homes and workplaces.

“We urge everyone to help by lowering their household temperatures by at least two degrees Celsius to contribute to gas conservation and prevent disruptions in fuel distribution nationwide,” he said.

On Thursday morning, during a visit to an industrial and mining capabilities exhibition, the president criticized inefficient energy consumption in industries, offices, and homes.

He stressed that the government, producers, and citizens must work together to revise policies and adopt more efficient energy consumption patterns.

As an example, he noted, despite the current shortage of electricity and gas, the exhibition venue is so warm that we have to remove our jackets.

Pezeshkian pointed out that electricity and gas consumption in Iran is currently three times the global average. “This is while we lack sufficient gas and electricity to meet industrial needs,” he said.

Pezeshkian added that inefficient energy use in industries, offices, and households must be addressed.

“A cultural shift is necessary to prioritize efficiency and effectiveness in energy usage across all sectors,” the president stated.