BEIJING: China has officially crossed a historic milestone, with its cumulative installed solar power capacity surpassing 1 terawatt (TW), according to data released by the National Energy Administration (NEA). As of the end of May 2025, total solar capacity stood at 1.08 TW (1,080 GW), marking a 56.9% year-on-year increase. The growth has been fueled by record-breaking installations in the first five months of 2025, during which China added 197.85 GW of new solar capacity—an astounding 388% surge from the same period last year. May alone saw 92.92 GW installed,…
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Ecopack Approves 2.03MW Solar Project to Cut Costs and Embrace Clean Energy
KARACHI: Ecopack Limited, a leading manufacturer of PET bottles and preforms, has announced the approval of a 2.03-megawatt (MW) solar power generation project at its production facility—marking a major step in its shift toward sustainable energy. In a notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Monday, the company confirmed its Board of Directors had approved capital expenditure (CAPEX) for the acquisition of 3.63 acres of land, alongside the installation of the solar power system. The project aligns with Ecopack’s long-term strategy to reduce its carbon footprint and enhance energy…
Read MorePower Division Blocks Rs4.69/Unit FCA Relief for KE Consumers, Cites Push for Uniform Tariff Policy
ISLAMABAD: In a controversial move, the Power Division has blocked a proposed Rs4.69 per unit relief in Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA) for K-Electric (KE) consumers for April 2025, citing a new government policy aimed at uniform FCA implementation across all electricity users nationwide. The decision emerged during a National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) public hearing, where Additional Secretary (Power Finance) Mehfooz Bhatti requested deferral of KE’s FCA application. The Power Division submitted a formal request letter dated June 23, 2025, but did not make it public. NEPRA Chairman Waseem…
Read MoreGovt to Recover Rs1.938 Trillion from Power Consumers Over Six Years via Uncapped Surcharge
ISLAMABAD: The federal government plans to recover Rs1.938 trillion (\$6.7 billion) from electricity consumers across Pakistan over the next six years through an uncapped Debt Service Surcharge (DSS) of Rs3.23 per unit, according to sources in the Power Division. The Central Power Purchasing Agency-Guaranteed (CPPA-G), acting on behalf of DISCOs, will finalize agreements with 18 commercial banks once asset valuations of some power distribution companies are clarified. Banks involved include HBL, NBP, UBL, Meezan, Bank Alfalah, and MCB among others. The exact amount to be raised remains under review—estimated between…
Read MoreAtlas Honda to Launch Electric Scooter This Fiscal Year Under National EV Policy
Atlas Honda has announced plans to launch an electric scooter tailored for the Pakistani market within the current fiscal year, marking a significant step toward cleaner transportation in line with the National Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy. The company shared the news in an official notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), stating it is working closely with regulatory bodies to secure the necessary approvals for a smooth rollout. The move follows the government’s unveiling of the new EV policy, which aims to promote sustainable, affordable, and locally-manufactured transport solutions. Special…
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