Enhances summer power readiness in Kuwait through deployment of 205 diesel generators.
In the sweltering summer heat, Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy is geared up to tackle possible power outages, thanks to their Emergency Services Department. With 205 diesel generators strategically positioned in Saad Al-Abdullah, Subhan, and Fahaheel, they're ready to spring into action at a moment's notice to keep the power flowing[1].
Eng. Adel Mahmoud, the director of the Emergency Services Department within the Electricity Distribution Networks Sector, recently signed a contract for an additional 42 generators, set to be delivered over the coming year. Their existing fleet has already expanded with 44 new generators of varying capacities (180 kV to 1,800 kV), prepared to handle both small and large-scale outages[1].
The department handles around 70 reports daily, addressing tasks like generator deployment, diesel refueling, and maintenance. In high-demand situations, up to 30 generators may be deployed in a single day. Surprisingly, most power outages are caused by issues with underground residential cables[2].
Operating proactively, the department doesn't wait for formal complaints before sending out generators. Their average response time is a swift 10-15 minutes, coordinated through a dedicated operations room. A mobile maintenance unit ensures quick servicing in remote areas like Shaqaya, Salmi, and Nuwaiseeb[3].
All generators toe the line when it comes to international noise and emission standards. Modern units are seamlessly integrated into a central smart monitoring system for real-time fault detection[2]. Despite these advancements, challenges like blocked access to transformers due to improperly parked vehicles persist, often requiring intervention from the Ministry of Interior[2].
Beyond power outages, these diesel generators come in handy during winter for substation maintenance and supporting key projects like groundwater production[4]. One of their notable achievements was preventing overloads in Abdali farms last summer by using generators to lessen the strain on the main grid[4].
As technology, maintenance, and capacity-building continue to develop, Kuwait's Emergency Services Department stands as a crucial pillar in the nation's energy reliability strategy[4]. Chalk it up to their commitment to keeping the nation's lights on regardless of the circumstances.
The Emergency Services Department in Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, recently procured 42 more generators for their fleet, with a focus on the finance sector to ensure the necessary funding for these energy-related resources. In times of large-scale outages, these generators, ranging from 180 kV to 1,800 kV in capacity, play a significant role in the industry, supporting essential services and maintaining energy reliability.
