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Turkey's authorities have directed TL 51.1 billion ($1.17 billion) towards repairing energy infrastructure damaged by the 2023 earthquakes, primarily focusing on electricity distribution. Total damage across various energy facilities was assessed at TL 53.9 billion ($1.24 billion).

Significant damage occurred in Hatay, Gaziantep, Malatya, and Kahramanmaraş, with over 53,000 fatalities reported. Recovery efforts include rebuilding housing and infrastructure, with the Turkish Electricity Transmission Corporation (TEIAŞ) enhancing transmission systems. Consumers in the affected areas were exempted from specific fees, and regulations adjusted for energy sales.