Is Lebanon ready for solar energy?

Lebanon has a large amount of land that is appropriate for solar and wind energy and receives roughly 300 days of sunshine annually. But large-scale solar projects designed to harness this resource are lacking. Obeid noted that a large-scale transition to solar energy would need to involve action at the individual, community and municipal levels.

Will Lebanon get 12% of its energy by 2020?

"Eventually, the market will improve, but that will take years and be costly," Obeid said. Lebanon set a goal of getting 12% of its energy from renewable sources by 2020. But many experts say this goal has likely not been met, given the collapse of the national power grid, although there is a lack of official data.

Why is Lebanon's solar market so dangerous?

Jessica Obeid, an energy expert, said Lebanon's solar market is suffering from "a lack of regulation, quality control and awareness". The result is significant safety hazards, low-quality equipment, and the installation of solar systems that will cause many consumers to pay tremendous amounts for equipment maintenance and replacement.

Why is Lebanese energy going green?

This Lebanese frenzy for green energy coincides with state-owned Électricté du Liban’s fuel supplies worsening over the past two years. During that time, and amid a rapid depreciation of the national currency that saw prices soar, EDL also lifted the subsidy on diesel used by standard generators.

Is Lebanon's solar industry a fire hazard?

Ali said that many of those now working in Lebanon's solar industry are not specialists, and their installations have led to technical issues including fires. Jessica Obeid, an energy expert, said Lebanon's solar market is suffering from "a lack of regulation, quality control and awareness".