The water level in Fierze Lake is experiencing a noticeable decline, attributed to high temperatures and insufficient rainfall. This environmental shift has resulted in a reduction of inflows from the rivers that supply the region’s largest hydroelectric reservoir. Currently, the lake’s water level stands at 283.89 meters, marking a significant drop from its maximum recorded level of 296 meters.
This decline in natural inflows has directly impacted the water reserves available for power generation. Consequently, three out of the four units at the Fierze Hydroelectric Center (HEC) are operational, providing an active generation capacity of approximately 300 megawatts, according to reports from A2cnn. In response to the ongoing drought conditions and the anticipated increase in energy consumption during the summer months—specifically the period spanning April through September 2026—the Albanian Electricity Company (KESH) has initiated measures.
These actions are designed to ensure the continuity of the energy supply to the region. KESH is managing resource allocation to mitigate the effects of the falling water level and maintain grid stability despite the environmental pressures. The company’s operational strategy focuses on maximizing output from existing infrastructure to meet predicted demand surges.
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