Hassan Mousavi noted that on Wednesday (the first of Esfand), 862 mcm of natural gas were supplied to the national grid, stating that 604 mcm were used in residential, commercial, and small-scale industrial sectors.

He added that gas consumption in these sectors increased by 4% compared to the same day last year, accounting for 70% of the total natural gas produced in the country.

Following a cold snap and forecasts of further temperature drops, 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. The initiative aims to promote optimal energy use and ensure winter fuel supply.