Hassan Mousavi stated that 861 mcm of natural gas were produced and delivered to the national grid on Saturday (March 1). Of this amount, 660 mcm were allocated to the residential, commercial, and small-scale industrial sectors.

He added that due to the persistent cold weather across the country, 77% of the total natural gas delivered to the national grid was dedicated to these sectors.

Following the drop in temperatures and forecasts of further cooling, President Masoud Pezeshkian, Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad, and other officials urged the public to participate in the "2 Degrees Less" campaign. Through video and written messages, they called for optimal energy use and cooperation in ensuring winter fuel supply.