Electricity sector management

Electricity Sector Transformation at the Ministry of EnergyThe electricity sector at the Ministry of Energy is undergoing a strategic transformation embodied in a series of regulatory, structural, and financial reforms aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the electrical system and achieving energy security. These reforms are aligned with the national vision for developing the energy sector and enabling investments, particularly in the field of renewable energy.Within the framework of restructuring the electricity sector, responsibilities have been expanded to include comprehensive sector planning, the formulation of public policies and supervision of their implementation, in addition to regulating sector affairs and developing investment-supportive legislation. This approach aims to attract global capital for investment in energy projects—especially in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution—in order to harness local energy resources, enhance sustainability, and deliver electrical services with high efficiency and reliability, while keeping pace with the growing demand for electricity at reasonable prices.The Ministry manages this vital sector through specialized institutions whose roles are integrated to ensure continuity of electricity supply and to enhance reliability and quality.First: General Establishment for Electricity GenerationThe General Establishment for Electricity Generation plays a central role in the production of electrical power. Its core responsibilities include:Establishing, operating, and maintaining power generation plants of all types, including thermal plants and renewable energy facilities.Enhancing the technical and economic efficiency of generation facilities and improving their operational performance.Developing generation capacities in line with plans to meet the increasing demand for electricity.Maintaining continuous coordination with the General Establishment for Electricity Transmission and Distribution to ensure integration between generation processes and the transmission and distribution system.Second: General Establishment for Electricity Transmission and DistributionThe General Establishment for Electricity Transmission and Distribution is the entity responsible for managing the infrastructure of electricity networks. Its responsibilities include:Operating and developing electricity transmission and distribution networks at the national level.Ensuring the stability of the electricity grid and balancing supply and demand.Improving supply efficiency and reducing technical losses within the networks.Supporting the integration of renewable energy sources into the transmission and distribution system.