What type of energy is primarily used in Syria?

In Syria, most energy is based on oil and gas. Some energy infrastructure was damaged by the Syrian civil war. In the 2000s, Syria's electric power system struggled to meet the growing demands presented by an increasingly energy-hungry society.

Why is energy demand increasing in Syria?

Energy demand in Syria has been increasing at a rate of roughly 7.5% per year due to the expansion of the industrial and service sectors, the spread of energy-intensive home appliances, and state policies that encouraged wasteful energy practices, such as high subsidies and low tariffs.

How did Syria's conflict affect the electricity system?

The conflict in Syria led to increasingly frequent blackouts across the country due to damage to the electricity system. This resulted in disruptions to all forms of economic activity and reports of electrical fires caused by problems with the electrical grid.

Why did Syria lose its major oil and gas fields?

The Syrian government lost its major oil and gas fields first to the Islamic State and then to the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria. This loss contributed to extreme fuel scarcity and a reliance on imports, notably from Iran.

How many barrels of oil does Syria produce daily?

Syria produced 400,000 barrels per day (64,000 m³/d) in 2009 and exported about 150,000 barrels per day (24,000 m³/d). The country's oil reserves were estimated to be 2.5bn barrels in 2010. The Syrian Petroleum Company (SPC) is a state-owned oil company established in 1974.