Abdolhossein Hemmati, a member of the board of the Energy Commission of the Parliament, in an interview with Shana news agency, introduced energy consumption management as an effective solution to overcome energy imbalance. In ongoing meetings of the Energy Commission and the task force for resolving the imbalance, he reviewed the readiness of the electricity network and the fuel reserves for power plants, emphasizing greater collaboration between the Ministries of Oil and Power for the implementation of operational solutions.
Emphasis on Improving Fuel Reserves for Power Plants
Hemmati, appreciating the actions of the Ministry of Oil in improving the status of fuel reserves for power plants this year, stated: "Continuing this trend and removing executive obstacles, especially in completing liquid fuel reserves and forecasting alternative resources in the northern regions of the country, is essential." This point highlights the importance of precise and preventive planning for energy supply during the cold seasons.
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Interdependence of Electricity and Gas Networks
Hemmati referred to the interdependence of electricity and gas networks and said: "Changing consumption patterns, especially replacing gas with electricity in the heating sector, without assessing the capacity of the network, can put additional pressure on electricity infrastructure." He emphasized the importance of simultaneous management of electricity and gas consumption and added: "This management can help reduce pressure loads and improve the performance of energy systems."
Additionally, Hemmati addressed the impact of increased household demand and the damage inflicted on production and processing infrastructures on the country's energy supply, stating: "Continuing consumption restrictions on industries and power plants cannot be a suitable solution to address the imbalance. We must utilize demand management capacities and optimize consumption more effectively."
The Necessity of Turning Savings into Sustainable Governance
He deemed it essential to transform savings from a seasonal recommendation into a part of sustainable energy governance, stating: "Transparent communication about production and consumption status and engaging public participation in consumption management play a significant role in reducing imbalance and ensuring sustainable energy across the country." Thus, cooperation between the government and the public can act as a key tool in managing energy resources.
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