The Iraqi Ministry of Electricity has announced a comprehensive plan to prevent power outages this summer, following disruptions in gas supplies from Iran. The government is working on multiple solutions to ensure electricity stability during the hottest months of the year.
Spokesperson Ahmed Musa stated that the loss of Iranian gas could lead to a shortfall of over 8,000 megawatts. To address this, the ministry has outlined several measures to maintain a stable power supply.
The plan includes installing new power units and integrating solar energy into more than 540 government buildings. Additionally, Iraq will purchase around 600 million cubic feet of liquefied gas using floating platforms in its ports. These efforts are expected to generate approximately 4,000 megawatts of electricity.
Furthermore, Iraq will continue importing gas from Turkmenistan to compensate for the shortage. The country’s electricity connection with Gulf States is projected to add up to 500 megawatts before June. Meanwhile, power linkage projects with Jordan and Turkey will further enhance supply capacity.
Iraq has long relied on Iranian gas for its power plants. However, the government is now actively seeking alternatives to ensure energy security, particularly during the peak summer season.
