Why is Russia supplying electricity to Abkhazia?

Russia begins humanitarian electricity supply to Abkhazia amid severe power shortages caused by low water levels at Enguri Dam.

Where is electricity supplied in Abkhazia?

Electricity is largely supplied by the Inguri hydroelectric power station located on the Inguri River between Abkhazia and Georgia proper and operated jointly by Abkhaz and Georgians. The exports and imports in 2006 were 627.2 and 3,270.2 million rubles respectively (appx. 22 and 117 million. US dollars) according to the Abkhazian authorities.

Why does Abkhazia have a power shortage?

Abkhazia typically experiences electricity shortages in winter due to reduced output from the Inguri Hydropower Plant, the republic’s sole power source. In recent years, this “seasonal crisis” has worsened due to uncontrolled cryptocurrency mining, which has increased the republic’s overall electricity consumption by one-third.

Does Abkhazia have a power-on schedule?

The previously announced energy collapse in Abkhazia has finally arrived. Previously framed as a schedule of rolling blackouts, the new system has now been officially termed a “power-on schedule.” This means that electricity will only be available across the republic for a total of 4 hours and 40 minutes during the day.

Does Abkhaz still have a energy deficit?

Currently, the state budget lacks sufficient funds to partially cover the energy deficit. The only solution is to enforce strict energy-saving measures, which Abkhaz authorities implemented on November 1. Initially, electricity was cut for 4 hours a day, then for 6, and now for almost 10. According to experts, the situation may still worsen.

Why does Abkhazia have a'seasonal crisis'?

In recent years, this “seasonal crisis” has worsened due to uncontrolled cryptocurrency mining, which has increased the republic’s overall electricity consumption by one-third. Abkhazia used to receive additional electricity from Russia.