Economy
Posted: 3 years ago

Electricity Imports in February Consumption Rose to 61%

In February 2021, the balancing electricity imports value totaled GEL 35.5 million. According to the Electricity System Commercial Operator (ESCO), in February, the balance electricity imports constituted 227,159,981.3kw/h, that is, 21% in total supply.

The average weighted price of balance electricity per kw/h made up Tetri 15,637, while the regulatory power station balance electricity price marked Tetri 12.304. The greater part of balancing electricity consists of imported electricity. The ratio of hydropower plants in balance electricity made up 36%, wind power stations – 3% and imports – 61%.