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Why are Lebanese turning to solar energy?

Almost three years into Lebanon’s trifecta of economic, social and political crises, many Lebanese are desperate to find solutions. With no reliable source of electricity, those who can afford it are leading a shift towards green energy, predominantly solar.

Are Lebanese rushing to alternative energy?

With electricity becoming a scarce commodity, thousands of well-off Lebanese rush to alternative energy. Contractor Chawki Lahoud, left, updates Samer Maatouk on the solar power system he installed for him in front of photovoltaic solar panels in Broummana, Lebanon [Adam Muro/Al Jazeera]

Can solar power provide a basic level of power for Lebanese?

As a country with 300 days of sunshine,solar power has the potential to provide a basic level of power for the Lebanese public. As a country with 300 days of sunshine, solar power has the potential to provide a basic level of power for the Lebanese public.

How long does power storage last in Lebanese?

Spending this amount will give a home enough power storage to last from eight to 10 hours after the sun goes down, and will last upwards of 10 years before needing an overhaul. But the initial investment is far beyond what the vast majority of Lebanese can afford.

Are Lebanese alternative energy contractors interested in solar power?

The half-dozen Lebanese alternative energy contractors interviewed for this article agreed, saying they have never seen this type of interest in solar power before. Catch up on our coverage of the region, all in one place. “I would say it’s historically skyrocketing.

Why is electricity shut off in Liban?

Because of the government’s failure to secure heavy fuel oil for power plants, electricity provided by the state-owned Electricité du Liban has dwindled to two hours per day, and has been shut off completely in some areas of the country.