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While the Caspian Sea has emerged as a major hub for hydrocarbon development over the past three decades, Iran—despite being a coastal nation—is largely absent from the regional energy scene. While the Caspian Sea has emerged as a major hub for hydrocarbon development over the past three decades, Ir

Iran’s domestic consumption of mazut — one of the dirtiest fossil fuels — has more than tripled in the past six years, according to a classified Oil Ministry report obtained by Iran Open Data. Iran’s domestic consumption of mazut — one of the dirtiest fossil fuels — has more than tripled in the past

Despite official claims of global excellence, Iran’s only operational nuclear power plant in Bushehr has underperformed in both energy output and return on investment. Despite official claims of global excellence, Iran’s only operational nuclear power plant in Bushehr has underperformed in both ener

Israeli drone strikes on key gas sites have exposed major cracks in Iran’s energy armor, threatening up to 10% of its processing capacity. Now all eyes are on Kharg Island — the lifeline for 90% of Iran’s oil exports — as fears grow of a far more crippling blow. Why it matters:Israel’s drone attacks

For over 15 years, Iran’s nuclear program drained billions and cost the economy up to $3 trillion in lost opportunities. Now, that costly pursuit has culminated in a devastating war with Israel. Iran’s controversial nuclear program has not only isolated the country geopolitically and drawn it into a

Iran is facing a deepening electricity crisis, with a record 25,000-megawatt shortfall threatening homes, businesses, and the national grid itself. Daily blackouts are already becoming the norm, and with summer looming, energy officials are sounding the alarm. Iran is staring down a deepening electr

Iran is losing roughly 20% of its potential oil export revenues as it tries to bypass U.S. sanctions, according to a new analysis by Iran Open Data (IOD). Iran is losing roughly 20% of its potential oil export revenues as it tries to bypass U.S. sanctions, according to a new analysis by Iran Open Da

Nearly half of Iran’s 2025 military budget will be paid in crude oil, funding secretive projects linked to the IRGC. Iran Open Data breaks down the details. Nearly half of Iran’s military budget this year will be paid not in cash, but in crude oil, a new analysis by Iran Open Data (IOD) shows.Iran’s

The Crescent Petroleum contract worsens for NIOC as the English High Court orders the transfer of a valuable London property, the 'NIOC House,' to satisfy a $2.4 billion arbitration award. This loss is compounded by millions spent refurbishing the property. The Crescent Petroleum contract

Iran’s oil industry, hindered by sanctions and underinvestment, lags behind in fuel quality. While Europe adheres to Euro 6 diesel standards, Iran is 20-25 years behind, producing high-sulfur fuels that contribute to environmental and public health issues like acid rain. Iran has fallen behind its n

Once a regional leader in oil refining, Iran now struggles with outdated technology and underinvestment. Despite its capacity, the country produces low-quality products. Modernization is crucial to regain competitiveness and improve efficiency in the energy market. Historically, Iran led the Middle

Iran is grappling with an energy crisis driven by rising consumption and inefficiency. Despite lower GDP per capita, Iran's energy use surpasses countries like Turkey. Criticism of the low efficiency of car engines in Iran and their high fuel consumption is common but only highlights part of th