Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with Electricity Minister Mahmoud Esmat and Petroleum Minister Karim Badawi to assess the country's preparedness to meet rising summer electricity demand on Sunday.

The talks focused on ensuring stable fuel supplies for power plants, accelerating the integration of renewable energy projects into the national grid, and maintaining financial commitments to international energy partners.

With record heatwaves pushing power usage to new highs, the Prime Minister underscored the urgency of securing uninterrupted fuel flow to prevent blackouts.

He praised the ongoing coordination between ministries and stressed the importance of increasing the share of renewables in the energy mix to boost efficiency and cut reliance on traditional fuels.

ElectricityMin Esmat reported that Egypt’s electricity infrastructure remains robust, with substantial work underway to improve operational efficiency. He noted that the sector is actively pursuing international standards in fuel use, maintenance, and quality control, alongside expanding the role of renewable energy.

The government has already added 2,000 megawatts of renewable energy to the national grid ahead of the peak summer months.

Esmat said efforts are also being made to reduce fuel consumption by optimizing plant performance and shifting operational models away from heavy dependence on fossil fuels.

Regular maintenance of electricity stations and real-time monitoring of the unified power grid are being prioritized, the minister added, with steps being taken to address technical losses and apply global best practices in equipment servicing.

On the petroleum front, PetrolMin Badawi provided updates on the availability of fuel, including natural gas and mazut, for power generation. He highlighted continued field monitoring of regasification vessels receiving LNG shipments, which are crucial to meeting rising consumption across sectors.

Badawi stressed that coordination with the Electricity Ministry remains continuous, with joint task forces meeting regularly to ensure fuel availability.

He said contingency plans have been developed to maintain supply during extreme heat, emphasizing proactive management during critical summer months.

A key issue addressed during the meeting was Egypt’s ongoing repayment of financial dues to its foreign energy partners.

Officials confirmed that the government remains committed to timely settlements, which they said is essential for attracting further investment into exploration, drilling, and production operations.

This commitment, the Prime Minister noted, is central to maintaining confidence among international stakeholders and ensuring the long-term stability of Egypt’s energy sector.