Title: Power Grid Stabilizes as Iran Nears End of Seasonal Consumption Peak
Subheading: Official outlines measures taken to manage unprecedented electricity demand, with restrictions expected to ease in many regions.
Following a period of heightened electricity demand, Iran’s power grid is showing signs of stabilization. According to a provincial governor, scheduled power limitations are projected to conclude in several areas by the end of the current consumption period.
Managing National Demand
In a recent press conference, Semnan Province’s Governor, Mohammadjavad Koolivand, addressed the nation’s energy management strategy. He reported that the country is currently facing a significant peak in consumption, resulting in a temporary shortfall of 20,000 to 25,000 megawatts.
To equitably manage this shortfall and ensure grid stability, a structured schedule of power allocations has been implemented. Governor Koolivand detailed that residential areas are experiencing scheduled two-hour outages daily. For the industrial sector, power has been curtailed for two days per week, a measure recently adjusted to three days to further balance the grid. Specific restrictions have also been applied to agricultural wells to prioritize essential consumption.
A Coordinated National Effort
The report confirms that this year’s peak demand has reached unprecedented levels, even leading to temporary closures of some public offices on Thursday to conserve energy. The severity of restrictions has varied across the country, with some provinces experiencing power outages up to two times daily to effectively compensate for the energy deficit.
The focus remains on a collective national effort to reduce consumption during this critical period. While it is anticipated that restrictions in Semnan will be lifted after the peak season concludes around September 6th, final decisions regarding the complete cessation of power limitations in other parts of the country will be determined by ongoing assessments of grid capacity and national demand.