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Does Lebanon need a hydroelectric plant?

Lebanon is currently looking to expand hydropower with the recent call to “build and operate hydroelectric plant” (MEW, 2018). However, Dr. Kinab, an engineering professor at the Lebanese University and renewable energy expert, explains hydraulic energy production has largely been inconsistent due to intermittent rainfalls and poor maintenance.

Will Sungrow supply a micro-grid in Lebanon?

Beirut, Lebanon, June 5th, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sungrow signed eight contracts with local partners to supply the first batch of Utility-scale micro-grid BESS in Lebanon. The projec ...

Can IPP participate in the production of electricity in Lebanon?

In 2002, the GoL issued Law 462 which stipulates that IPP can participate in the production of electricity through licenses awarded by an Energy Regulatory Authority (ERA) (MEW, 2002). While Lebanon ratified legal and policy frameworks to grow renewable energy, Mr. Allaya asserts “we need stronger implementation mechanisms to attract investors”.

Is Lebanon ready for solar energy?

Lebanon has a large amount of land that is appropriate for solar and wind energy and receives roughly 300 days of sunshine annually. But large-scale solar projects designed to harness this resource are lacking. Obeid noted that a large-scale transition to solar energy would need to involve action at the individual, community and municipal levels.

Why are Lebanese turning to solar energy?

Almost three years into Lebanon’s trifecta of economic, social and political crises, many Lebanese are desperate to find solutions. With no reliable source of electricity, those who can afford it are leading a shift towards green energy, predominantly solar.

How much wind energy can Lebanon produce?

According to the Wind Atlas published in 2010, Lebanon has the potential to produce approximately 5,400 MW of wind energy (UNDP, 2010). The recently approved tender by the Ministry of Energy and Water (MEW) of 200MW in Akkar is promising for all parties involved.