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ARMENIA TRIES TO SECURE ENERGY INDEPENDENCE
The Messenger
Sept 13 2011
Georgia
Armenia has elaborated new programs for further securing its energy
independence. In particular, it wants to increase the network of small
hydro electric power stations. This plan is essential for the country
which lacks either oil or gas resources. So far, Armenia's energy
industry depends much on natural gas imported from Russia via Georgia.
If Georgia decides to sell the north-south gas pipeline running from
Russia to Armenia, Azerbaijan could become a potential buyer and this
would be a serious threat to Armenia's energy security. The country
therefore wants to safeguard its energy supplies. The Iran-Armenia
gas pipeline is providing sufficient gas to Armenia currently.
The Messenger
Sept 13 2011
Georgia
Armenia has elaborated new programs for further securing its energy
independence. In particular, it wants to increase the network of small
hydro electric power stations. This plan is essential for the country
which lacks either oil or gas resources. So far, Armenia's energy
industry depends much on natural gas imported from Russia via Georgia.
If Georgia decides to sell the north-south gas pipeline running from
Russia to Armenia, Azerbaijan could become a potential buyer and this
would be a serious threat to Armenia's energy security. The country
therefore wants to safeguard its energy supplies. The Iran-Armenia
gas pipeline is providing sufficient gas to Armenia currently.