Libya faces energy crisis during heatwave
Libya is facing a severe heatwave, with temperatures reaching up to 50 degrees Celsius. This has led to widespread power outages of up to 16 hours daily, despite the country’s significant oil reserves, estimated at around 1.5 million barrels per day. The crisis has resulted in store closures and food spoilage, while demand for generators has surged and car queues at fuel stations have extended. Meanwhile, the electricity grid is under immense pressure due to shortages of fuel and gas, as well as malfunctioning power plants, resulting in production levels below its nominal capacity of over 8,000 megawatts. The outages go beyond central areas and impact commercial activities and essential services across the country.
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