Abdolreza Sepahvand, the second secretary of the Energy Commission of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, stated that the burning of mazut in power plants is conducted with the permission of the Supreme National Security Council. According to him, based on what has been communicated to the Ministry of Oil and the Ministry of Energy, power plants are allowed to burn 'over 45 million liters' of mazut daily.
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Member of the Energy Commission: Burning Mazut is Authorized by the Supreme National Security Council
Jan 23, 2026
January 23, 2026
1 min read
📰 Iran International (Farsi)
📋 Key Takeaway
Abdolreza Sepahvand revealed that the burning of mazut in Iranian power plants is sanctioned by the Supreme National Security Council, allowing for significant daily consumption. This decision raises concerns about environmental impacts and energy policy in Iran.
🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line:
Iran's authorization to burn mazut in power plants raises significant environmental and health concerns amid ongoing energy challenges.
👥 Key Players
Abdolreza Sepahvand
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Second Secretary of the Energy Commission
"He represents the Iranian government's stance on energy policy and environmental issues."
Supreme National Security Council
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Advisory body on national security and policy decisions
"Their approval is crucial for major policy decisions, including energy consumption practices."
Ministry of Oil
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Government body responsible for oil resources
"They manage Iran's oil resources and influence energy production strategies."
Ministry of Energy
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Government body overseeing energy production and distribution
"They implement policies related to energy generation and consumption in Iran."
📰 What Happened
Abdolreza Sepahvand announced that Iranian power plants are authorized to burn mazut, a heavy fuel oil, with the approval of the Supreme National Security Council. This decision allows for the burning of over 45 million liters of mazut daily.
- The burning of mazut is a significant environmental concern due to its high pollution levels.
- The decision reflects ongoing energy policy challenges in Iran, particularly amid sanctions and resource limitations.
💡 Why It Matters
🇮🇷 For Iran: This decision highlights the Iranian government's prioritization of energy production over environmental concerns, which could lead to public health issues.
🌍 Regional: Increased pollution could affect neighboring countries, especially if air quality deteriorates.
🌐 International: This move may draw criticism from international environmental groups and could impact Iran's relations with countries focused on climate change.
📚 Background
Mazut is a heavy fuel oil that is cheaper but more polluting than cleaner energy sources. Iran faces energy shortages and is under international sanctions, complicating its energy strategy.
Energy policy in Iran
Environmental impact of fossil fuels
📡 Source:
STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence:
70%
As a statement from a government official, this report reflects the official stance but may downplay environmental concerns.
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United Nations
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IRGC
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OFAC
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Islamic Consultative Assembly
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Supreme National Security Council
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Ministry of Energy
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European Commission
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Ministry of Petroleum
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OFAC
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Turkish Lira
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Prdakht Alktrvnyk Saman Kysh (TSE:سپ)
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TSE:سپ
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Saman Electronic Payment
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Transparency International
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Securities and Exchange Commission
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Compliance term: STR
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Translated from the original and edited for English readers. View original source →
Translation confidence: 85%
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