State Electric Company (STELCO) has advised the public to economize and minimize electricity consumption, in light of recent surges in output.<\/p>\n
STO Managing Director Hussain Fahmy on Wednesday, said via X, that this year’s Ramadan coincided with the hottest period in the country.<\/p>\n
He noted that electrical output is generally above the average usage limit during Ramadan every year.<\/p>\n
“Statistics show the usage of an average of 94 megawatt in electricity output in Greater Male’ region, however, currently 104.7 megawatt of electricity is used,” Fahmy said.<\/p>\n
Utility consumption, inclusive of water and electricity, generally observes above-average usage or consumption in Ramadan each year; this is mainly due to the extensive usage of electrical appliances and water in food preparation, along with people spending comparatively longer hours at their own residences.<\/p>\n
A countermeasure to electricity spike was announced by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, who pledged a cap on utility bills.