Where does solar energy come from in Syria?

The use of solar energy spreads from northwestern Syria, which started relying on solar power around 2016, passing through areas in the north-east, ending with the areas under the control of the Syrian regime, which directed a clear trend to generate electricity through them, not only in large industrial facilities but even in homes.

How much energy does a Syrian house need?

Nabil, 36, a resident of the countryside of Daraa governorate, told Enab Baladi that operating an entire house on solar energy needs at least 12 million Syrian pounds, a budget that is difficult for most families to secure in light of the deteriorating economic conditions.

How much does a solar system cost in Syria?

The cost of solar systems for most domestic uses, outside the framework of production projects, ranges between 4 million and 14 million Syrian pounds, according to what Enab Baladi monitored from the websites of companies that install power systems in regime-controlled areas.

How to install solar energy in Damascus?

Nidal Hafez, Director of Services Departments in Damascus Governorate, said that a citizen who wants to install solar energy must submit a request to the governorate to organize its installation on the roofs of buildings of common ownership, and the Services Directorate determines the area in which he/she can install.

Is Syria a good country for solar energy?

Regarding wind energy, which is the second source of energy, Syria is not considered one of the countries that have a sufficient amount of wind throughout the year to produce electricity, and therefore the solar energy situation is regarded as the best in it.

Why is hydro energy a problem in Syria?

As for hydro energy that runs on hydro turbines, its contribution to the production of electricity in Syria has decreased since the nineties of the last century until today for several reasons, including the drop in the water level on the one hand and the lack of maintenance of turbines on the other.