Asian countries turn to solar as fuel prices rise

Asian countries turn to solar as fuel prices rise

Rising fuel prices linked to the Iran war are pushing more people in Asia to buy rooftop solar systems. In the Philippines, where the country faces a national energy emergency, a survey of 20 solar companies showed a 70% rise in weekly installations after the conflict began. Customer inquiries also increased six times. Brenda Valerio of New Energy Nexus said many families now want solar power quickly because they hope to lower electricity costs and avoid future price increases.

turn to   ～に向かう・頼る

fuel   /'fjuːəl/

installation　/,ɪnstə'leɪʃn/　n)設置・取り付け

conflict   /'kɑːnflɪkt/　n)対立・衝突・紛争

inquiry   /ɪn'kwaɪəri/　n)問い合わせ・質問