KUWAIT CITY, Sept 28: Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, Minister of Finance, and Acting Minister of State for Economic Affairs and Investment, Dr. Sabeeh Al-Mukhaizeem, announced on Saturday that Kuwait has achieved an unprecedented qualitative accomplishment in managing electricity demand during the summer of 2025.

In an official statement, Dr. Al-Mukhaizeem revealed that the maximum electricity load recorded this summer reached 17,610 megawatts (MW), marking a significant achievement in energy management. He noted that this figure represents a 30-megawatt decrease compared to the maximum load registered during the summer of 2024, despite an expected annual increase rate of 4 percent in maximum load, as projected by national electricity grid planning studies.

He attributed this decline in electricity consumption to the success of national efforts, most notably the “Save” campaign, stressing that this was achieved even amid scorching temperatures reaching 51 degrees Celsius during peak hours, alongside ongoing population and economic growth.

“This accomplishment is not coincidental,” said the Minister. “It is the outcome of integrated strategic planning, effective load management, and strict campaigns targeting excessive electricity consumption — particularly in mining operations.” He highlighted the efficiency of operational, maintenance, and emergency plans across the entire electrical network, including power generation stations and transmission and distribution networks, implemented in line with the highest technical and engineering standards, and backed by advanced inspection and monitoring technologies.

Dr. Al-Mukhaizeem emphasized that these efforts have ensured the sustainability and resilience of Kuwait’s electrical infrastructure, enhancing its readiness to face extreme conditions and maintaining high reliability in service delivery.

He expressed appreciation for the cooperation between the Ministry and other state institutions, the strong backing from the country’s political leadership, and the active participation of citizens, residents, and both public and private entities in national awareness initiatives. In particular, he highlighted the impact of the National Campaign to Save Energy and Water (Waffer) in fostering a culture of conservation across society.

Looking ahead, the Minister stated that the Ministry is not merely addressing current challenges, but is also focused on building robust future capabilities. By 2031, the Ministry plans to implement projects capable of producing 14,050 megawatts of electricity and 228 million imperial gallons of fresh water per day.

He reported significant progress in this area, including the recent signing of the commitment document for phases two and three of the Al-Zour North Power Plant project, which will add 2,700 megawatts to national capacity. The project is being executed in cooperation with the Kuwait Authority for Partnership Projects (KAPP) and a consortium comprising ACWA Power and the Gulf Investment Corporation.

On renewable energy, Dr. Al-Mukhaizeem said the Shagaya Renewable Energy Project is among the nation’s most vital initiatives. The project’s first phase, with a capacity of 1,100 megawatts, was launched by KAPP last June. He further revealed that the Higher Committee of the Public-Private Partnership Projects Authority has approved the recommendation to qualify companies and alliances for the second phase, which will contribute an additional 500 megawatts. Work is also underway on the third and fourth phases, expected to generate a combined 3,000 megawatts, in partnership with the People’s Republic of China.

Dr. Al-Mukhaizeem also spotlighted the Nuwaiseeb station project, describing it as one of the Ministry’s most critical upcoming undertakings, with a targeted production capacity of 7,200 megawatts.

In closing, the Minister expressed deep pride in Kuwait’s national technical teams, commending their tireless dedication and commitment to delivering high-quality services. “Our engineers and technicians work day and night to promptly address any faults in the electricity system, ensuring uninterrupted and efficient services to all our customers,” he affirmed.