In Irkutsk, 10,000 Grid Requests Stalled by Illegal Miners

Energy sector sources indicate around 10,000 new consumers can’t connect to Irkutsk’s power network due to capacity overload caused by unregistered mining. The local electricity firm confirms that remaining transmission reserves have dwindled, prompting disputes with homeowners unable to receive timely service.

Regional authorities note that seasonal bans on mining were imposed in some districts. Still, the problem persists because of limited federal guidelines and mobile mining setups. Without stronger measures, the region’s capacity deficit may worsen, affecting ordinary residents’ energy access.