The Ministry of Electricity and Water has successfully completed approximately 30% of its maintenance work on power stations in preparation for the upcoming summer season. This statement was made by the Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Power Plants and Water Distillation, Engineer Haitham Al-Ali, during a mock evacuation exercise at the Doha West Power Plant conducted by the National Guard on Tuesday.

Al-Ali shared that while 30% of the maintenance on power stations has been finished, around 60% of the work on water stations is already completed. The ministry has devised a detailed plan and schedule to ensure the power stations and water facilities are ready in time for the summer. The work began in September and is expected to conclude by June of the upcoming year.

Energy Conservation Efforts

In light of the ongoing preparations, Al-Ali emphasized the importance of energy conservation. He urged citizens, government institutions, and private companies to play an active role in conserving energy. This collaborative effort is crucial to preventing power outages and ensuring a stable energy supply throughout the summer season.

Coordination with Gulf Interconnection Authority

The Ministry of Electricity and Water is also coordinating with the Gulf Interconnection Authority to enhance the stability of the energy grid. This coordination will facilitate the exchange of electrical energy, with approximately 1,000 megawatts expected to be transferred from neighboring Gulf countries, further bolstering Kuwait’s energy resources.