Cyprus experienced rolling power outages on July 22, 2026, due to technical faults in Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) generators at Dhekelia and Vasiliko. Energy Minister Michalis Damianos attributed the instability to long-standing energy infrastructure issues and the gap between daytime photovoltaic production and high evening demand. On July 23, Cyprus recorded a historic peak electricity demand exceeding 1,370 MW, significantly surpassing previous forecasts, though officials stated that no further cuts were expected for the remainder of the day after repairs to the Dhekelia unit were completed.

To address systemic vulnerabilities, the government is prioritizing the installation of 120 MW of battery energy storage, expected to be operational by early 2027. Minister Damianos emphasized that this storage is the key to balancing the grid during night hours when solar output ceases. Additionally, the government continues to focus on the arrival of natural gas, with the 'Aphrodite' field expected to deliver its first output by the end of 2030 or 2031. The EAC remains a core partner in these efforts, aiming for a reliable, competitive, and climate-neutral energy system.