Energy in Syria is mostly based on oil and gas.[1] Some energy infrastructure was damaged by the Syrian civil war. There is high reliance on fossil fuels for energy in Syria,[2] and electricity demand is projected to increase by 2030, especially for industry activity such as automation.[3] However, conflict in Syria has caused electricity generation to decrease by nearly 40% in recent years due to plant destruction and fuel shortages.[4] Electricity access in daily life for Syrians has also been altered due to conflict. Electricity to residents of Syria is largely provided by private diesel generators, which is costly and limited in hours of use.[5] Conflict has increased household electricity expenditures while also decreasing household income.[5] Some households have since turned to solar energy as a supplementary source of energy, though high costs limit widespread adoption.[5]
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