Kuwait stresses urgent need to conserve electricity and water
KUWAIT CITY, June 24: Ahmadi Governor Sheikh Humoud Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah emphasized on Tuesday the critical importance of rationalizing electricity and water consumption, calling it both a national duty and an urgent necessity to preserve Kuwait's natural resources for future generations.
Speaking during his sponsorship and attendance of the symposium 'Towards Sustainability... Save,' organized in cooperation with the Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) and the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, the Governor stated that Kuwait, under its wise leadership and strategic vision, is steadily progressing toward a more sustainable future encompassing environmental, economic, and social dimensions.
"Rationalizing electricity and water consumption is no longer an option — it is a national responsibility essential to ensuring the sustainability of resources," Sheikh Humoud said.
The symposium addressed one of the most pressing issues facing the country: the responsible use of energy resources amid accelerating environmental and economic challenges globally. The Governor called on all state entities to work together in promoting a culture of conservation and to raise public awareness about the optimal use of energy.
Highlighting that Kuwait has one of the highest per capita electricity consumption rates, he pointed to recent load rates exceeding 17,000 megawatts, which, he warned, requires urgent collective action by both institutions and individuals.
He noted that achieving sustainability is not solely dependent on technological advancements, but also on personal behaviors and daily lifestyle choices. 'Adopting a mindful approach to energy use and respecting environmental limits must be part of our national consciousness,' he said.
Sheikh Humoud stressed the need for continued commitment to reducing energy consumption, aligning with the country's broader environmental and economic goals under the leadership of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah.
He also commended the efforts of participating agencies in the symposium for their role in promoting rational consumption and preserving Kuwait's natural wealth.
In a related statement, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy and Chairman of the Electricity and Water Consumption Rationalization Committee, Dr. Adel Al-Zamel, underscored the importance of changing consumption patterns within society.
Dr. Al-Zamel explained that the purpose of intensified awareness seminars such as 'Towards Sustainability... Save' is to educate citizens on energy conservation throughout the year — not just during the summer months. 'A small change in consumption can have lasting benefits for current and future generations,' he noted.
He added that current summer consumption indicators are encouraging and that data will be analyzed to assess the effectiveness of the awareness campaign. He reiterated the ministry's commitment, alongside the Ahmadi Governorate, KOC, and other public and private bodies, to fostering a culture of conservation in Kuwait.
The symposium featured two panel discussions, focusing on the future of renewable energy and its impact on quality of life. It also highlighted the 'Sustainable Energy for a More Beautiful Future' initiative, which aims to instill sustainability and conservation values in school students.
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