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Maintaining the current solar net-metering policy can save $1.5-2 billion annually on the energy import bill, reduce circular debt by Rs400-500 billion by displacing costly fossil fuels, cut CO2 emissions by over 10 million tons per year, and support achieving Pakistan’s target of 60% renewable energy by 2030.

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solar net-metering policy

If the new net metering policy is implemented—reducing buyback rates or imposing additional charges—the future of Pakistan’s solar industry could face significant setbacks: In short: Investment will slow, growth will stall, and Pakistan will miss out on cheaper, cleaner energy opportunities.

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Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Losses in Pakistan:

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In the fiscal year 2023-24, Pakistan’s power distribution companies (DISCOs) reported an average T&D loss of 18.08%, exceeding the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority’s (NEPRA) target of 12.15%. DISCO-wise T&D Losses: The performance of individual DISCOs varied, with some experiencing significantly higher losses: PESCO (Peshawar Electric Supply Company): Approximately 38-40% SEPCO (Sukkur Electric Supply Company): Over 35% QESCO (Quetta Electric Supply Company): Over 25-30% LESCO (Lahore Electric Supply Company): Around 10-12% IESCO (Islamabad Electric Supply Company): Approximately 10-12% These figures indicate that certain DISCOs have losses substantially higher than the…

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Thar Coal & Energy Board Concludes Public Hearing on Sino Sindh Resources Pvt. Ltd. Petition for Commercial Operations Date (COD) Stage Tariff

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Sino-Sindh

Karachi, -March 13, 2025-The Thar Coal & Energy Board (TCEB) successfully held a public hearing today regarding the tariff petition filed by Sino Sindh Resources Pvt. Ltd. (SSRL) for the determination of the Commercial Operations Date (COD) Stage Tariff for its 7.8 million tons per annum (Mtpa) lignite mine located at Block-1 of the Thar Coalfield. The hearing took place at the local hotel, Karachi, and was attended by various stakeholders, experts, and members of the public. Mr. Tariq Ali Shah, Managing Director TCEB/Presiding Officer. Mr. Ammar Habib Khan, Member…

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Miftah Ismail Questions Awais Leghari’s Claims on Net Metering Losses

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Miftah-Leghari

Former Finance Minister Miftah Ismail has responded to Energy Minister Awais Leghari’s claim that net metering causes losses of Rs 150 billion to power distribution companies (DISCOs). In a detailed statement, Ismail expressed confusion over the figures presented by Leghari, challenging the rationale behind reducing net metering incentives while ignoring the larger issue of transmission and distribution (T&D) losses. “You say DISCOs lose Rs 150 billion due to net metering. However, last year, they purchased only 1,269 GWh from solar consumers, which at Rs 27 per unit amounts to Rs…

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Ogra Urges Refineries to Strengthen Agreements with OMCs

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KARACHI:* The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has advised local refineries to enhance agreements with oil marketing companies (OMCs) by incorporating legally binding clauses to ensure a structured and enforceable framework for prioritizing the upliftment of locally produced petroleum products. Regulatory Guidelines & Compliance In an official letter sent to refineries on Friday, Ogra emphasized that such agreements must align with *Rule 9 and Rule 53(iv) of the Oil Rules, 2016, as well as *licensing conditions that mandate compliance with regulatory directives. The regulator clarified that the *Product Review…

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