Iran Reports Rising Household Gas Demand and Partial Restoration of Damaged Capacity

Saeed Tavakoli, head of the National Iranian Gas Company, said on Thursday, October 29, 2026, that gas use by households, businesses and small industries had risen by about 70 million cubic metres, or 30%, over the preceding five days. Of roughly 230 million cubic metres of capacity affected by damage to gas facilities last Esfand, about 100 million cubic metres has been restored, leaving a roughly 130 million cubic metre shortfall attributable to that damage, he said.

Tavakoli said the gas networks of about 11 provinces face pressure this coming winter. Restored capacity is a recovery, but demand rising with colder weather still bears on supply to industry and homes. He proposed setting indoor temperatures at 20 degrees Celsius to curb demand.