4 FAQs about Abkhazia power outages

Why did Abkhazia lose electricity?

Georgia's Russian-occupied region of Abkhazia lost all electricity supply due to the shutdown of the only power station supplying energy to the region, Russian state news agency TASS reported on Dec. 11, citing an Abkhaz energy company.

Why does Abkhazia have a power crisis?

Abkhazia relies on the Inguri Dam hydroelectric station, co-managed with Georgia. Since 2024, the region has faced severe power shortages after Russia discontinued subsidized electricity in response to political tensions. Cryptocurrency mining operations reportedly consume up to 50% of the grid's capacity, exacerbating the crisis.

Why did Abkhazia buy electricity from Russia?

Abkhazia had been purchasing electricity from Russia since Nov. 1 due to an energy deficit caused by low water levels at the Enguri dam, which supplies the region's largest hydroelectric facility.

Does Abkhazia have electricity?

“Currently, there is no electricity throughout the entire territory of the republic.” Abkhazian authorities said Russia suspended its financial aid to the cash-strapped region on Dec. 5, including crucial funding for the energy sector.

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