What type of energy is primarily used in Syria?

In Syria, most energy is based on oil and gas. Some energy infrastructure was damaged by the Syrian civil war. In the 2000s, Syria's electric power system struggled to meet the growing demands presented by an increasingly energy-hungry society.

How much oil does Syria produce a day?

** Prior to sanctions, Syria produced some 383,000 barrels per day (bpd) of oil and liquids, according to previous analysis by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). ** Oil and liquid production fell to 40,000 bpd in 2023, according to separate estimates from the Energy Institute.

Why is energy demand increasing in Syria?

Energy demand in Syria has been increasing at a rate of roughly 7.5% per year due to the expansion of the industrial and service sectors, the spread of energy-intensive home appliances, and state policies that encouraged wasteful energy practices, such as high subsidies and low tariffs.

What happened to Suncor Energy in Syria?

** Canada's Suncor Energy Inc suspended its Syria operations in 2011. Its primary asset is the Ebla development located in the Central Syrian Gas Basin covering more than 300,000 acres (approximately 1,251 square kilometres). The gas field was producing 80 million cubic feet of natural gas per day.