Iraq energy storage demonstration

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.

What causes power outages in Iraq?

Power outages in Iraq remain a daily occurrence for most households as increasing generating capacity has been outrun by the increasing demand for electricity, spurred by greater cooling needs in the peak summer months.

How has the turmoil impacted Iraq's power infrastructure?

The turmoil has undermined Iraq’s ability to maintain and invest in its power infrastructure. This report maps out immediate practical actions and medium-term measures to tackle the most pressing problems in Iraq’s electricity sector.

How can network losses be reduced in Iraq's electricity supply?

The most affordable, reliable and sustainable path for the future of electricity supply in Iraq requires cutting network losses by half at least, strengthening regional interconnections, putting captured gas to use in efficient power plants, and increasing the share of renewables in the mix.

Where does Iraq import gas from?

Iraq now relies on imports from Iran to meet increasing demand. The inability to utilise its gas riches means that the country's gas deficit has grown, and as oil production has soared, so has the amount of associated gas produced alongside.

What is a key barrier to increased Iraqi oil production?

One impeding barrier to increased Iraqi oil production is the availability of water, as planned oil production will require a level of water production above what has been achieved so far. The increase in Iraqi oil production capacity over the last decade has been impressive, yet there are a number of challenges facing the sector going forward.