Speaking at the signing ceremony for an agreement between the National
Petrochemical Company (NPC) and Zagros Petrochemical Company, Mahdavi called
the initiative a significant step towards resolving Iran's gas and energy
challenges.
Three-Pronged Approach to Gas Imbalance
Highlighting the urgency of addressing the gas imbalance, Mahdavi
emphasized three solutions:
·
Investments in Development
Projects
·
Encouraging Energy
Conservation
·
Promoting Efficient
Consumption Practices
The recent agreement focuses on saving gas by incentivizing the public
and leveraging investments from Zagros Petrochemical in colder northern
provinces. The collaboration also aligns with NPC’s broader strategy to promote
sustainable energy consumption.
Expanding Energy Efficiency Initiatives
Mahdavi expressed hope that similar projects would expand to other
provinces in the coming year, contributing to significant energy savings. He
also called for converting power plants—the second-largest gas consumers after
households—into combined-cycle plants to optimize energy use.
The petrochemical sector, recognized for its strategic advantages, has
been a pioneer in investing in energy-saving initiatives. According to Mahdavi,
the industry is prepared to support viable projects that align with the country’s
energy management goals.
The NPC-Zagros Petrochemical agreement represents a collaborative
effort to promote efficient energy use while maintaining industrial growth and
addressing the national gas deficit.