INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
TEHRAN - President Masoud Pezeshkian states incorrect energy consumption is amongst the main obstacles facing the nation, while at the exact
same time apologizing for the troubles caused by energy imbalances and current power outages.Speaking during the finalizing ceremony of
contracts for the pressure enhancement of the South Pars joint gas field on Saturday, Pezeshkian stressed the need of management and
avoidance of inefficient usage to solve problems arising from energy shortages.In current months, Iran has faced considerable energy
obstacles, consisting of important scarcities, which have actually resulted in the occasional shutdown of schools, banks, and institutions
across various provinces.The president acknowledged the challenges faced by people and industries in the winter season, yet revealed
self-confidence that with public cooperation and involvement, these concerns can be effectively addressed.We went through an extreme winter
season, throughout which, for whatever reason, the oil and gas reserves were insufficient to cover the power plant, he said.Of course, the
dear individuals at the ministries of oil and energy, with terrific effort, managed to compensate for the shortages by increasing production
and cover this challenging duration, and people were not left without gas in the winter season, he added.He highlighted that the significant
financial investment of over $17 billion in this sector reflects a commitment to conference future needs and accomplishing stability and
sustainability in the energy domain.EF/
