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Energy in Lebanon describes energy and electricity production, consumption and import in Lebanon. Energy policy of Lebanon will describe the energy policy in the politics of Lebanon more in detail. Lebanon imports most of its energy.
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Primary energy use in 2009 in Lebanon was 77 TWh and 18 TWh per million persons. Primary energy use in Lebanon was 61 TWh and 15 TWh/million persons in 2008.
As of August 2016, electricity generation capacity in Lebanon stands at 6000MW meeting the demand and exporting 500MW to Syria. The Lebanese Grid is characterized by its stability and efficiency.Electricity is delivered to every citizen at 230V 50Hz.
Gas
The Arab Gas Pipeline is a natural gas pipeline exporting Egyptian natural gas to Jordan, Syria and Lebanon, with a separate line to Israel.
Renewable energy
Lebanese government intend to meet 12 percent of its total energy needs from renewable energy sources by 2020.