KARACHI: The Sindh government has allocated 300 acres in Jhimpir to Moro Power Company (MPC) for setting up a 100-megawatt wind-solar hybrid project, the province’s first business-to-business (B2B) electricity venture under the Sindh Electric Power Regulatory Authority (SEPRA). The project will allow MPC to supply renewable power directly to industries in Nooriabad through the Sindh Transmission and Despatch Company (STDC), ensuring reliable and cost-effective electricity for industrial growth. Sindh Energy Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah said the province was determined to harness Jhimpir’s wind corridor, which holds the potential to…
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Solar Pakistan 2025 Concludes on a High Note — Unlocking New Avenues for Renewable Energy and Industrial Collaboration
KARACHI: The three-day Solar Pakistan 2025 exhibition successfully concluded at the Karachi Expo Centre, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s transition towards renewable energy. The event showcased cutting-edge, industrial-scale solar technologies, many of which were introduced in Pakistan for the first time. Serving as a dynamic platform for business growth, investment, and industrial cooperation, the exhibition resulted in multiple partnerships and agreements. Addressing the closing ceremony as Chief Guest, Sindh Energy Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah said:“Events like Solar Pakistan are vital for highlighting the real potential of renewable energy…
Read MoreSolar Pakistan 2025 Showcases Breakthrough Technologies to Accelerate Clean Energy Transition
KARACHI: Solar Pakistan 2025 opened on Friday at the Karachi Expo Centre, featuring over 250 companies from 10 countries presenting state-of-the-art solar technologies, advanced energy storage solutions, and investment opportunities to drive Pakistan’s renewable energy transformation. Organised by Fakt Exhibitions (Pvt) Ltd, the event is positioned as a catalyst for accelerating the shift towards sustainable, affordable, and climate-friendly power generation. From high-efficiency solar panels to smart grid innovations, the exhibition is fostering collaboration among technology providers, investors, and policymakers to unlock the nation’s vast clean energy potential. Inaugurating the event,…
Read MoreAsian LNG Prices Slip Ahead of Trump-Putin Meeting; Market Eyes Russia Sanctions
LONDON: Asian spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices eased this week amid subdued demand, ample storage, and growing anticipation of a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin later today, which traders say could reshape energy market dynamics. September delivery into northeast Asia averaged $11.65 per million British thermal units (mmBtu), down from $11.90/mmBtu last week, while October delivery was estimated at $11.45/mmBtu, industry sources said. “This meeting may not only be decisive for Ukraine but also for the fate of Russian sanctions and future LNG…
Read MorePower Minister Objects to Being Sidelined in Shipbreaking Tariff Data
ISLAMABAD: The federal minister for power has voiced dismay over the Power Division being excluded from consultations on electricity consumption data for the shipbreaking and recycling sector, which is crucial for tariff categorisation and determination by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra). At a recent Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) meeting, the issue of formally declaring shipbreaking and recycling an industry was discussed. The ECC instructed the Maritime Affairs Division to consult the Power Division while compiling consumption data, after the minister raised objections that his ministry had not been…
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