Al-Hasakah – Rita Ahmad
Residents of northeastern Syria rely on electric generators (known as amperes) to meet their energy needs amidst ongoing crises at main power stations that have plagued the region for years. These issues worsened following Turkish attacks last January on areas controlled by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
The attacks targeted oil facilities and power stations, causing many to go out of service.
Alongside ampere generators, some residents resort to installing solar panels, which cost no less than other energy options.
Despite amperes and solar panels being an alternative solution, their high subscription costs, coupled with the residents’ weak purchasing power, make them an expensive option.
Ampere subscription drains the pockets
Sundus Abdel Ghani, a resident of al-Malikiyah town in the countryside of al-Hasakah province, faces significant difficulties since the beginning of this year due to power…
