Erbil, Kurdistan Region – The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has announced significant progress in its ambitious Runaki Project, with 1,260 neighborhood generators successfully deactivated as part of a comprehensive plan to modernize the region's electricity infrastructure.

The Runaki Project, launched in 2024, represents a strategic shift in the KRG's approach to power distribution, aiming to:

Provide 24-hour electricity across the Kurdistan Region by 2026
Eliminate approximately 7,000 neighborhood generators
Reduce environmental pollution and lower consumer costs

Recent data reveals:

1,092 generators deactivated in Erbil province
79 generators removed in Sulaymaniyah
89 generators shut down in Duhok

Energy Ministry officials report the shutdowns have already yielded measurable environmental benefits:

Annual reduction of 240,000 metric tons of CO₂ emissions

Elimination of 1 million cubic meters of water previously used for generator cooling

Significant decrease in noise pollution across urban areas

"These results demonstrate our commitment to sustainable development," stated [Official Name], KRG Minister of Electricity. "The Runaki Project isn't just about power generation - it's about building a cleaner, healthier future for our citizens."

The transition has produced tangible financial relief for residents:

80% of households report lower electricity expenses
Average savings of 30% for low-income families
Elimination of supplemental generator fees

Business owners have particularly welcomed the changes. "The consistent power supply has reduced our operational costs by nearly 25%," noted [Business Owner Name], a restaurant owner in Erbil.

The KRG has employed a multi-phase approach:

Infrastructure upgrades to main power grids
Phased deactivation of neighborhood generators
Financial compensation for generator owners
Public awareness campaigns

With the project on schedule, authorities anticipate:

Complete generator phase-out by 2026
Annual reduction of 1.4 million tons of CO₂ emissions
Full regional coverage of reliable electricity
Energy analysts compare the Runaki Project's potential impact to removing 1.3 million vehicles from Kurdistan's roads annually.

While progress continues, officials acknowledge ongoing challenges:

Maintaining grid stability during peak demand
Finalizing compensation agreements with remaining generator operators
Completing infrastructure projects in remote areas
The KRG has scheduled public forums in major cities to address citizen concerns and provide project updates.