President Masoud Pezeshkian said promoting a culture of energy conservation is one of the main objectives of Iran’s neighborhood- and mosque-centered initiative, stressing that the Iranian people are expected to regard responsible energy consumption as part of the country’s authentic cultural values.
According to the presidential office, Pezeshkian made the remarks during a meeting Saturday reviewing progress on the neighborhood- and mosque-based program. He said failure to clearly explain the country’s current conditions to the public and secure social cooperation in overcoming challenges could help adversaries damage the economy.
Highlighting the public’s role in addressing Iran’s energy imbalance, Pezeshkian said if every citizen turned off just one unnecessary light, the country would avoid power shortages, factories would remain operational and households would not face additional financial pressure.
He added that participation in resolving national challenges, including reducing energy consumption, should be viewed as a religious, moral and national duty and become institutionalized in society.
Pezeshkian also called for operational plans for mosques and shrines to manage energy consumption, saying such centers should provide lists of practical measures to reduce water, electricity and gas use.
He said conservation must be prioritized in the first stage, while later efforts should focus on energy production so these centers can become national models.
The president also emphasized the importance of media and public outreach, saying people should be reminded that the late leader of the Islamic Revolution repeatedly stressed the need for energy conservation and strengthening neighborhood- and mosque-based initiatives, adding that the government is determined to implement those recommendations in practice.