What state-owned utility holds the legal monopoly over electric power generation, transmission, and distribution in Lebanon?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Électricité du Liban (EDL)
- Step 1: Électricité du Liban was established by decree in 1964 under the Ministry of Energy and Water.
- Step 2: It operates thermal power stations at Zouk, Jiyeh, Zahrani, and Deir Ammar, but has faced severe generation deficits.
Answer
Électricité du Liban (EDL).
Why not the others: 'Lebanese National Power Company' does not exist; 'Litani Hydroelectric Authority' operates only hydroelectric plants along the Litani; 'Kadisha Electricity Company' is an older northern concession.
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