The National Oil Corporation (NOC) of Libya has disclosed that the country’s domestic consumption of natural gas stands at approximately 1.1 billion cubic feet per day. A significant share of this consumption caters to the power stations.
Despite vast reserves of gas, only a fraction is exported, while the rest meets domestic needs.
In a post on its official Facebook page, the NOC underscored its continued commitment to supplying consumers with natural gas. This consistent supply significantly contributes to the stability of the electrical grid.
The ministry also detailed the breakdown of domestic gas consumption as follows:
1. General Electricity Company: Consumes between 820 million to 995 million cubic feet daily, distributed as:
• Al Ruwais Power Station: 125 – 160 million cubic feet/day
• South Tripoli Power Station: 90 – 100 million cubic feet/day
• Al Khoms Quick Gas Power Station: 110 – 150 million cubic feet/day
• Misurata Dual Power Station: 90 – 100 million cubic feet/day
• Al Zueitina Power Station: 80 – 100 million cubic feet/day
• North Benghazi Power Station: 120 – 150 million cubic feet/day
• Al Sarir Power Station: 75 – 85 million cubic feet/day
• Al Zawiya Power Station: 130 – 150 million cubic feet/day
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2. Libyan Iron and Steel Company: 70 – 80 million cubic feet/day
3. Cement factories: 25 – 30 million cubic feet/day
4. Zliten Water Desalination Plant: 2 – 3 million cubic feet/day
5. Ras Lanuf Industrial Complex: 30 – 35 million cubic feet/day
Libya’s substantial gas consumption, particularly by its power stations, underscores the nation’s dependence on its abundant natural gas reserves. The NOC’s detailed breakdown offers valuable insights into the country’s industrial and domestic energy requirements.
