North Korea''s Energy Sector
This compilation of articles explores North Korea''s energy security challenges and chronic electricity shortages by utilizing commercial satellite imagery, state media and other
Access to solar panels has created capacity where the state falls short, but the overall energy security challenges facing the nation are daunting. This report, “North Korea's Energy Sector,” is a compilation of articles published on 38 North in 2023 that surveyed North Korea's energy production facilities and infrastructure.
North Korea suffers from chronic energy shortages. Rolling blackouts are common, even in the nation's capital, while some of the poorest citizens receive state-provided electricity only once a year.
38 North's report examines North Korea's current energy security challenges and explores potential clean energy and sustainability solutions.
PDF version includes complete article with source references. Suitable for printing and offline reading.
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