The Electricity Challenge in Lebanon

Christiane Tager, 09:15 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Liban Electricité Joe Saddi EDL

As summer sets in, the heat rises, and so does electricity consumption. According to Energy Ministry officials, consumption climbs by around 30 to 40% from winter to summer, largely due to air conditioning and the resumption of use of secondary homes. Add to that the arrival of thousands of expats, who promptly power up houses that have been shut ...