Government Set to Approve New Power Stations Near Jerusalem and Netanya
Proposed Projects to Address Electricity Shortages
Energy Minister Eli Cohen is set to present a proposal to the Cabinet on Sunday aimed at advancing the establishment of two new power stations in Israel. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to address the growing electricity demand forecasted for the coming decade.
Locations and Ownership
The first power station is planned for the eastern section of the Bruch industrial area, located west of Beit Shemesh, under the ownership of PowerGen, which is controlled by the Generation Fund. The second facility will be developed by Shamir Energy, part of the Mivtah Shamir Group, situated on agricultural land in the Beit Yanai area, between the Netanya sewage treatment plant and the railway line within the Emek Hefer Regional Council. Each station is expected to have a capacity of at least 630 megawatts.
Regulatory Process and Timeline
Approval for the establishment of a new power station involves a lengthy and complex process. The upcoming Cabinet decision, referred to as “authorization,” serves as an initial step before a multi-year planning phase that may take approximately five years to finalize. The proposal has already been vetted by the Ministry of Energy, confirming that it aligns with the Ministry’s policies and the broader electricity network development plans. Additionally, it has been verified that the developers possess rights to utilize the designated areas for construction.
Increasing Demand for Power Facilities
The recent push for the approval of new power stations has gained momentum amid increasing electricity shortages. The Ministry of Energy anticipates that in the next decade, the electricity grid will require the addition of 13 new power plants. Most of these plants are outlined in the Ministry’s program, which has been adopted as a government decision and is primarily located in central Israel.
With rising energy demands and the necessity for infrastructural development, the approval of these stations is vital to ensuring a stable and sufficient power supply for the future.
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The Israeli government plans to approve the establishment of two new power stations, aimed at addressing electricity shortages in the region. Learn about the locations, ownership, and implications for the future of energy in Israel.
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Power Stations, Electricity Demand, Israel Energy Policy, Government Approval, Renewable Energy, Infrastructure Development, Energy Minister Eli Cohen.