Syrian Government Promises Improved Electricity Supply Within Months Amid Energy Projects

By Kardo Roj

DAMASCUS, Syria (North Press) – Syria’s Minister of Energy, Mohammad al-Bashir, stated on Wednesday that the country’s electricity supply could see significant improvement within a few months if consistent access to gas and fuel is secured. The statement was made during a visit to the southern province of Daraa, where he reviewed the state of the region’s power infrastructure.

“We are working to overcome the challenges in electricity generation through increased supplies of gas and fuel,” al-Bashir said, noting that several key power stations have now been restored to a state of readiness. “Once supplies stabilize, we expect to reach 15 hours of power availability per day across the country.”

The announcement comes as many parts of Syria continue to endure widespread and prolonged electricity cuts, a legacy of years of conflict, economic hardship, and infrastructure collapse.

Turkiye Pledges Gas Supply

Al-Bashir revealed that during his recent visit to Turkiye, Turkish officials pledged to provide Syria with 6 million cubic meters of gas daily. If fulfilled, this commitment could significantly enhance Syria’s ability to meet its energy demands.

Currently, Syria’s rehabilitated power stations are capable of generating up to 5,000 megawatts of electricity. However, the country’s actual demand is estimated at approximately 7,000 megawatts, leaving a substantial shortfall that continues to impact daily life and economic recovery.

Although the promise of gas from Turkiye represents a potential lifeline, experts remain cautious given the geopolitical complexities that often affect bilateral energy agreements in the region.

Expansion of Renewable Energy

The energy minister also announced the launch of several renewable energy projects designed to diversify Syria’s power sources and reduce dependency on traditional fuel imports. Two solar projects, each with a 100-megawatt capacity, have recently been initiated, alongside a third project focused on wind energy with similar output.

“These projects are part of a broader strategy to transition toward sustainable energy, and they will be followed by additional initiatives across the country,” al-Bashir said.

While renewable energy projects in Syria have faced obstacles ranging from financing to technical capacity, government officials assert that these efforts are vital to long-term resilience, especially as international sanctions and fuel shortages continue to hamper conventional energy production.

Immediate Relief for Daraa

In response to local concerns, al-Bashir confirmed that the government is urgently dispatching transformers and circuit breakers to Daraa to address widespread technical faults and gaps in service. He emphasized that improved electricity and water services are a top priority, promising that “people will begin to feel the difference very soon.”

Daraa, a region with historical significance in Syria’s uprising and subsequent conflict, has experienced particularly acute service disruptions in recent years. Restoring basic infrastructure there is seen as a test of the government’s broader reconstruction efforts.

Syria’s energy sector remains severely impacted by over a decade of war, with much of the country’s grid infrastructure damaged or rendered inoperative. While localized repairs and international support have enabled limited progress, the broader system is still vulnerable to shocks—whether from fuel shortages, political instability, or cross-border tensions.

In the northeast, the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES), in coordination with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), has maintained relatively stable energy services in areas under its administration. The region’s focus on decentralized governance has allowed for more localized energy planning, particularly in terms of microgrids and smaller renewable installations.

With broader national initiatives now underway, attention turns to whether similar models and international cooperation can be replicated elsewhere in the country, despite ongoing political and economic constraints.