Energy Minister Silvan shalom told INN he foresees Israel becoming an energy superpower in the near future. “Recent discovery of immense gas reservoirs will save Israel a billion NIS annually, and reduce electricity bills by 40% once production makes the transition from crude oil.
“It is regrettable that the activation of the oil rig took place on the Sabbath, despite the decision being made by a private company and not the government. Public sensitivity should have been a consideration, and the lesson will be learned for the future.”