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Pakistan’s power generation falls by 6% in September as costs soar and solar adoption rises

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power sector

With a 6% YoY drop in power generation, Pakistan faces rising fuel costs and an increasing shift toward solar energy, as more consumers move off-grid to combat high electricity prices Power generation in Pakistan fell to 12,487 GWh in September 2024, marking a 6% year-on-year decline compared to the 13,339 GWh produced in the same month last year. On a monthly basis, power generation dropped 5.3% from August’s total of 13,179 GWh. Experts attributed the drop in production to weakened economic conditions, as well as an increase in solar power…

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Pakistan set to generate 60pc of its energy from RE sources

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QINGDAO: Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari on Wednesday said that Pakistan has set an ambitious goal to generate 60 per cent of its energy from renewable energy (RE) sources, reflecting its commitment to sustainability. Addressing at the opening ceremony of the Third Belt and Road Energy Ministerial Conference here, the minister underscored Pakistan’s commitment to renewable energy and stressing the importance of global cooperation in the energy sector, said a press release. Pak sets ambitious goal to generate 60% energy from RE: AwaisAwais Leghari outlined Pakistan’s…

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Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari Highlights Pakistan’s Renewable Energy Goals at the Opening Ceremony of the Belt and Road Energy Conference

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energy-sector

Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari, addressed the opening ceremony of the Third Belt and Road Energy Ministerial Conference, underscoring Pakistan’s commitment to renewable energy and stressing the importance of global cooperation in the energy sector. “I extend my congratulations to the Chinese National Energy Administration for successfully hosting this important conference,” Awais Leghari remarked. He acknowledged the role of the Belt and Road Energy Partnership (BREP) in strengthening energy infrastructure and promoting sustainable economic growth through energy trade. The Federal Minister said that our collaboration with…

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Oil Transport Sector Poised for Growth Amid Rising Demand: Pacra Study

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KARACHI: The oil transportation and storage sector in Pakistan is set for expansion, driven by increased petroleum demand and relaxed import restrictions, according to a study by the Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (Pacra). The report highlights that pipelines, recognized as cost-effective and environmentally friendly, are essential for both domestic and cross-border oil transport. Pakistan’s oil pipeline network, spanning over 2,000 kilometers, transports High-Speed Diesel (HSD), Motor Gasoline (Mogas), and crude oil. Road transport remains the dominant mode of oil movement, accounting for 69% of total transport, while pipelines handle 29%,…

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SIFC Sets November 12 Deadline for Petroleum Division to Resolve Sales Tax Exemption Issue on $6 Billion Refinery Upgrades

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ISLAMABAD: The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has instructed the Petroleum Division (PD) to resolve the sales tax exemption issue by November 12, to pave the way for a $6 billion refinery upgrade project. This issue, stemming from the Finance Bill for FY25, has stalled crucial upgrade investments by local refineries, according to a senior Energy Ministry official. SIFC emphasized that consultations between the Petroleum Division, the Finance Ministry, and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) are essential to address the sales tax exemption on petrol, diesel, kerosene, and light…

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