Emergency playbook for worldwide crises quietly released: ‘Get ready for lockdown 2.0’ | 24 March 2026 | The quiet release of an emergency energy playbook has sparked global concern, with some warning to “get ready for lockdown 2.0” if fuel shortages worsen. The guidance comes from the International Energy Agency (IEA), which last week released its report “Sheltering From Oil Shocks” outlining 10 steps countries could take if supplies tighten. The report was issued in response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East… Among the recommendations are expanding remote work where possible, reducing highway speed limits and cutting back on air travel to limit strain on global supplies. The IEA also suggests shifting travel from private cars to public transportation and restricting vehicle access in major cities on alternating days based on license plates… Beyond road transport, the report warns that aviation, household energy use and industry must also adapt if shortages worsen. [Nope. Not doing it. ]