Iraq connects electrical grid with Saudi Arabia
The move could help Iraq with its electricity woes and reduce energy dependence on Iran.
Iraq has started connecting its electricity system to Saudi Arabia’s.
Iraq’s Ministry of Electricity said yesterday that it has begun establishing interconnection stations with Saudi Arabia, the official Iraqi News Agency reported.
What it means: Electricity interconnectors run under water, underground or via overhead cables and can connect electricity stations between two countries, allowing one to send electricity to another.
Why it matters: Iraq has long been plagued by electricity problems and large swaths of the country are without power for much of the day. It is particularly an issue in the summer, when temperatures can near 50 degrees Celsius (120 Fahrenheit). Many Iraqis use gas-powered generators to power cooling systems.
