Fatshimetry
The scheduling of power cuts and the load reduction plan, which are implemented according to the schedules and dates previously specified, will resume after the end of the Easter and Holy Week celebrations.
These power cuts are generally scheduled in two-hour increments and affect different regions of the country.
The Egyptian government implemented its load reduction plan on July 17, a result of increased electricity consumption due to oppressive heatwaves across the country.
The plan involved nationwide power cuts to reduce daily consumption, which had reached up to 36 gigawatts.
The authorities were forced to put in place these measures to ensure equitable distribution of electricity in a context of high demand and constraints on the electricity network. It is essential to limit electricity consumption to avoid blackouts and guarantee a stable and reliable energy supply for the entire population.
These planned outages can certainly impact the daily lives of citizens, but they are necessary to preserve the integrity of the electricity system and avoid more serious energy crisis situations.
It is important that residents and businesses adapt to these temporary constraints by implementing alternative solutions, such as the use of generators, reducing electricity consumption during outage times, or even optimization of the energy efficiency of equipment.
Ultimately, these measures aim to ensure the stability of the electricity grid and guarantee a continuous supply of electricity for all, in a context of increasing demand and limited resources. Coordination between authorities, electricity providers and citizens is essential to overcome these challenges and ensure a sustainable energy future for Egypt.