5000 Mwt of energy might be generated in Armenia by 2020 in case of a new power unit opening, according to the deputy director of Noravank Scientific Research Center, Sevak Sarukhanyan.

“Annual energy consumption in Armenia amounts to 1200 Mwt. However, with a new power unit opening, energy consumption might reach 2000 Mwt, with the remaining part to be exported. At present, Iran’s demand for Armenian electric energy is 1000 Mwt, with a potential to reach 2000 Mwt, should the border with Turkey be opened. Besides, construction of new power unit will create jobs for energy sector specialists,” Sarukhanyan said in a conversation with PanARMENIAN.Net reporter.

According to Armenian National Statistic Service data, January –July energy production volume in RA comprised 3205.3 kilowatt-hour, exceeding 2009 results by 15%.