Siemens Gamesa Installs World’s Most Powerful Wind Turbine in Denmark

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Østerild, Denmark – April 5, 2025: Siemens Gamesa has successfully completed the installation of the world’s most powerful wind turbine — a groundbreaking 21.5MW offshore prototype — at the Østerild test centre in northern Denmark. The final set of blades was mounted yesterday, marking a major milestone for the German-owned renewable energy giant. This achievement positions Siemens Gamesa at the forefront of global wind energy innovation, with the prototype expected to undergo rigorous testing before eventual commercial deployment. The 21.5MW turbine sets a new benchmark in offshore wind power capacity,…

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River Flows and Reservoir Levels Report – April 3, 2025

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Islamabad: The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has released the latest data on river inflows, outflows, and reservoir levels across the country, highlighting the current water situation at major dams and barrages. River Flows: Barrages: Reservoir Levels: The inflow and outflow figures at key locations such as Tarbela, Jinnah, Chashma, Nowshera, and Mangla reflect 24-hour mean flows, while other locations were measured at 6:00 a.m. This regular monitoring helps authorities manage water resources effectively for irrigation, power generation, and drinking water supply.

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Federal Minister Mian Mueen Wattoo Vows Full Support for Timely Completion of WAPDA Projects

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April 5, 2025 – Lahore: Federal Minister for Water Resources, Mian Muhammad Mueen Wattoo, visited WAPDA House and assured full support from the Ministry for the timely completion of crucial water and hydropower projects. In his address to senior officers and staff, the Minister highlighted the Federal Government’s commitment to expanding water storage capacity and enhancing clean, green, and affordable hydel power generation. Emphasizing the strategic importance of ongoing projects, he noted that several key initiatives in the water and energy sectors are being pursued with urgency to meet national…

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US Envoy met with Federal Minister Petroleum to discuss Pak US relations and opportunities and support in energy sector

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Charges d’Affairs US Embassy H.E Natalie Baker met today with Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik to discuss bilateral energy collaboration, sustainable development, and opportunities for enhancing Pak-US relations. The meeting, held at the Ministry of Petroleum, focused on strengthening U.S.-Pakistan partnerships in the energy sector, including renewable energy initiatives, minerals, hydrocarbons and infrastructure investments. Natalie Baker and Minister Malik exchanged views on critical energy challenges, technological innovation, and policy measures to support Pakistan’s growing energy demands, future roadmap for mutually beneficial partnership and sustainability of energy sector. Minister…

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Another Relief on the Way: Govt Plans to Remove PTV Fee from Electricity Bills

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Islamabad: In a bid to provide financial relief to electricity consumers, the government has prepared a plan to eliminate unnecessary charges, including the PTV license fee, from electricity bills. According to sources in the Power Division, a proposal has been finalized to remove the monthly PTV fee of Rs. 35 currently charged to domestic consumers. Industrial and commercial consumers, who also pay this fee as part of their electricity bills, are expected to benefit from this initiative as well. This development comes following directives from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who…

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