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Pakistan’s power generation falls 15% MoM, costs plunge 30% in February

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Power generation in Pakistan clocked in at 6,945 GWh in February 2025, a steep decline of 15% MoM compared to the previous month, suggesting a decline in economic activity. Back in January 2024, power generation stood at 8,153 GWh. On a yearly basis, power generation declined by 3% as compared to 7,130 GWh in the same month of the previous year. “This was the lowest monthly power generation in five years,” said JS Global. Electricity generation in February fell to its lowest level since March 2020, when it stood at…

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Expanding renewables: Kohat Cement installs 5.34 MW solar power plant

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Kohat Cement Company Limited (KOHC) has installed and commissioned a 5.34 MW on-grid solar power plant. The cement maker shared the development in its notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday. “We are pleased to announce that the company has successfully installed and commissioned a 5.34 MW on-grid solar power plant at the company’s plant site, Kohat,” read the notice. “This installation is in addition to the 10 MW solar power plant already installed and operational at the same location,” it added. KOHC is one of the strong…

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The Impact of Rupee Devaluation on Pakistan’s Energy Sector

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By Mustafa tahir Introduction:Pakistan, like many developing nations, heavily relies on its energy sector to fuel economic growth and meet the demands of its rapidly growing population. However, the country has faced numerous challenges in maintaining a stable economy, one of which is the fluctuation of its national currency, the Pakistani Rupee (PKR). This blog will delve into the consequences of rupee devaluation on Pakistan’s energy sector and explore the various implications it has on the nation’s energy landscape. Increased Cost of Energy Imports:Rupee devaluation results in a weakened currency,…

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