MUNICIPALITIES APPROACH TO THE ELECTRICITY CRISIS IN LEBANON The Lebanese power sector has been deteriorating for decades. despite consecutive Lebanese governments inadequately trying to address Lebanon's energy crisis. This paper illuminates the prevailing challenges faced by municipalities in Beqaa and Nabatieh region, and provides valuable solutions for mitigating energy generation issues. CHALLENGES FACED BY MUNICIPALITIES Payment Reluctance Protracted Donor EngegSimene Fuel Procurement for Solar Fields Solar Power 2 Limitations r af monitoring ; Sustainability 3 Funding LOGI energySuggested Solutions by L@GI Lebanese Municipalities energy @ Private Public Partnerships (PPP) Seeking collaborative ventures with the private sector for the installation of solar panels, with revenue- sharing arrangements to optimize sustainability. aaa ah Collaborative efforts with citizens to collectively establish solar fields. consolidating resources and maximizing efficiency. UJ 4 @ Inter-Village Cooperation Advocating for collaborative initiatives that span across villages, presenting projects beneficial to all stakeholders. This approach, however, necessitates a concurrent pursuit of funding opportunities. Donor Organization Recommendations @ Advocating for a streamlined approach to grant - Z| = accessibility and expeditious disbursement processes for donor organizations. LEBANESE OIL & GAS INITIATIVESuggested Solutions by L@GI energy sf Corporate Sponsorship and Partnerships © Collaborate with local businesses and corporations that may be interested in supporting sustainability ! initiatives in exchange for visibility or branding opportunities. Immigrant Support Fund Pioneering the establishment of a fund, in partnership with immigrants, dedicated to financing projects of this nature. @ Solar Leasing and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) Negotiate power purchase agreements with third-party solar providers, where the municipality buys solar- generated electricity at a fixed rate over a specified period. LEBANESE OIL & GAS INITIATIVESuggested Solutions by L@GI @ Informative Website Creation: Inorder to enhance transparency, a website that provides detailed information and statistics on the Lebanese energy mix can be created. Sigua Tax on Electricity Consumption: ¥ t Implementing a progressive tax system on electricity consumption to encourage more { efficient usage. = a3) | Citizen Awareness Campaigns: Promote citizen awareness on efficient electricity use to reduce demand for electricity generation through comprehensive campaigns. Consultant connections: Oa—a Helping municipal councils connect with experienced consultants to assist in preparing and submitting grant applications. e 4 , e LEBANESE OIL & GAS INITIATIVE