‘It’s expensive’: Syria’s electricity has improved, but challenges remain
Summary
Syria’s electricity supply has recently improved, with longer uninterrupted hours of power, but many people still face challenges due to high costs and fuel shortages. The new government is working to rebuild the energy sector with international help, including a major World Bank grant and new oil and gas deals.Key Facts
- Electricity supply in Damascus now lasts about five to six hours before cuts, better than during the war years.
- Syria’s energy mostly came from natural gas (52%) and oil (45%) before 2024, with very little from solar or hydropower.
- In June 2025, the World Bank gave $146 million to help improve Syria’s electricity system.
- The Syrian government took control of the northeast oil-producing region, increasing oil production from 10,000 to 100,000 barrels per day.
- New gas import agreements were signed with Azerbaijan, Jordan, and Egypt, plus a $7 billion energy deal with Qatari, Turkish, and US companies.
- Western sanctions were eased, helping Syria to progress in energy and electricity rebuilding.
- Many Syrians still find solar panels too expensive to afford due to high initial costs and widespread poverty.
- Fuel shortages cause long waits at gas stations, though the government recently said it is increasing fuel supply and speeding up distribution.
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