Dr. Subaih Al-Mukhaizeem, Kuwait’s Minister of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy, has reiterated the ministry’s dedication to strengthening its human resources and enhancing operational efficiency in the country’s electricity and water networks. His statement came during an inspection visit to the Al-Subiya Power and Water Distillation Plant, where he extended Eid Al-Fitr greetings to employees working during the holiday.

Accompanying him on the visit were Dr. Adel Al-Zamel, Undersecretary of the Ministry, and Mohammad Khazal, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Power and Water Distillation Plants.

During the visit, Al-Mukhaizeem expressed appreciation for the ministry’s employees, particularly those on duty during official holidays. He praised their dedication and commitment to ensuring seamless electricity and water supply across Kuwait.

The tour commenced at the Electrical Control Room (ECR), where the minister reviewed operational procedures, assessing the plant’s preparedness to handle the rising energy and water demands expected in the summer of 2025.

Talal Al-Shammari, Acting Director of Al-Subiya Station, provided insights into the plant’s operational capabilities. He highlighted that Al-Subiya contributes 7,100 megawatts of power—accounting for approximately 35% of Kuwait’s total energy production—and produces 100 million imperial gallons of water daily.

Key Areas of Inspection

• The Steam Turbine Hall
• The Thermal Control Room (TCR)
• The Distillation Units Control Room

Additionally, he observed the ongoing modernization work on one of the plant’s steam turbines, underscoring the ministry’s commitment to infrastructure upgrades and technological advancements.

The minister reaffirmed the ministry’s long-term strategy to ensure sustainable and efficient energy production, highlighting ongoing investments in infrastructure and workforce development. He emphasized the importance of adopting modern solutions to enhance operational efficiency and maintain service reliability.

As Kuwait continues to expand its energy and water capacity, the ministry remains focused on upgrading facilities, training personnel, and implementing cutting-edge technologies to meet future challenges effectively.