Cyprus, Nicosia

Turkish Energy Experts Arrive in TRNC to Address Electricity Issues

19.08.2024 / 12:09
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The Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Nicosia is actively working to resolve the electricity problems in Northern Cyprus. Over the weekend, a delegation of seven, led by the General Manager of the Turkish Electricity Generation Company (EUAŞ), arrived on the island. Meanwhile, the Electricity Workers’ Union (EL-SEN) is preparing to stage a protest.

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Today, representatives from EUAŞ will continue their efforts at the Teknecik Power Station. They plan to bring the number 8 diesel generator online as part of these efforts.

According to Kibris Postasi, citing a source at the Turkish Embassy in Nicosia, EUAŞ has provided Northern Cyprus with an additional mobile power plant with a capacity of 25 MW. This new equipment is expected to help address the electricity shortage that has occurred during peak demand due to a malfunction.

The number 8 diesel generator and the mobile power plant, which is expected to be operational in September, should meet the island's energy needs and reduce power outages to a minimum.

Additionally, at 10:00 AM today, the Electricity Workers’ Union of Cyprus and Turkey (EL-SEN) will hold a protest at the Teknecik Power Station. Union members believe the station is “incapable of generating sufficient electricity.”

EL-SEN’s statement indicates that the protest, “organized to address the situation at the power station and draw public attention,” will also involve political parties and non-governmental organizations.

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