Development in Iraq’s Energy Sector
The Iraqi Oil Ministry has initiated a project aimed at importing liquefied gas for the operation of power plants, according to a statement from the Ministry of Electricity.
“A contract has been formalized between the oil ministry and a foreign company, which will supply 600 sticks of liquefied gas to the country,” said Ahmad Musa Abadi, spokesperson for the Iraqi Electricity Ministry. This strategic move is expected to support the country’s energy import capabilities.
“This amount of gas is projected to generate over 3,000 megawatts of electricity, ultimately enhancing our total production capacity to exceed 30,000 megawatts, thereby fulfilling the energy demands of citizens during the cold season,” he added.
Abadi emphasized the pressing need for electrical output, noting that the country typically requires more than 32,000 megawatts during winter months, a figure that can escalate to approximately 55,000 megawatts in the summer. Efforts are underway to address this deficit effectively.
He also highlighted that recent census results have provided additional insights into the public’s electricity needs. “While the census outcomes offer valuable information, the Ministry of Electricity possesses its own frameworks and assessments to gauge electricity demand in relation to seasonal variations,” he stated.
During a panel discussion at the Iraqi Energy Conference in Baghdad on December 29, Electricity Minister Ziad Ali Fazel identified the primary challenges facing the ministry’s ability to supply electricity as stemming from fuel shortages necessary for power plant operations.
