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How can Iraq address its current electricity shortfall & growing power needs?

BAGHDAD – Iraq, one of the world's biggest energy producers, can address its current electricity shortfall and growing power needs through immediate action to relieve pressure on the system, according to an in-depth report published Thursday by the International Energy Agency.

What is the future of electricity supply in Iraq?

The future of electricity supply in Iraq can be achieved through several pathways, but the most affordable, reliable, and sustainable approach involves reducing network losses by at least half, strengthening regional interconnections, utilizing captured gas in efficient power plants, and increasing the share of renewables in the energy mix.

Will Iraq launch a 1,000 MW solar project in 2023?

72 Zawya, “Total set to launch 1,000 MW power project in Iraq,” June 6, 2023; Middle East Economic Survey, “TotalEnergies Becomes Iraq’s Key Foreign Player With Closure Of $27bn Megadeal”, July 14, 2023; Middle East Economic Survey, “Baghdad Approves Solar Projects”, June 2, 2023.

How can Iraq improve electricity supply during the summer peak?

Promoting the more efficient use of electricity, including by introducing more progressive tariffs, would play an important role in ensuring that the growth in demand during the summer peak does not continue to outpace supply. Iraq also needs to take advantage of its abundant renewable energy potential.

Does Iraq need solar power?

Iraq also needs to take advantage of its abundant renewable energy potential. The analysis shows that expanding the share of solar PV and wind to 30% of electricity supply by 2030 would bring benefits both to the Iraqi consumer, in the form of reduced electricity bills, and to the environment.

Is Iraq pursuing solar power goals?

65 Iraq Oil Report, “Iraq pursues solar power goals, but hurdles remain,” August 25, 2022; Middle East Economic Survey, “Baghdad Approves Solar Projects”, June 2, 2023; Middle East Economic Survey, “Iraq’s 2030 ‘Sustainable Transition’ Plan: Gas & Renewables To The Fore”, December 3, 2021.