In Peshawar, following the resumption of work on Tarbela Dam, a Chinese company has now recommenced operations on the Diamer Bhasha Dam. However, work on the Dasu Dam remains suspended for the time being, with sources indicating that it will resume in the coming days. Nazakat Hussain, the General Manager of Diamer-Bhasha Dam (DBD), confirmed the Chinese company’s return to…
Read MoreMonth: April 2024
Global wind power production is “very predictable”, finds Eoltech study
Eoltech, a leading wind and solar resource assessment consultancy, released today the findings of a new study that aimed at assessing the variations of the global wind resource over the last 15 years. The data show that worldwide wind power production is very predictable, with annual variations remaining within a ± 3 % range. These results are based on irec…
Read MoreBYD Partners with Mega Conglomerate to Introduce New Energy Vehicles in Pakistan
In Islamabad, the renowned new energy vehicle manufacturer BYD (Build Your Dreams) from China has announced a strategic collaboration with local partner Mega Conglomerate (Private) Limited. This partnership aims to introduce innovative New Energy Vehicle (NEV) solutions in Pakistan, aligning with the country’s goals to reduce carbon emissions and promote energy-efficient transportation. BYD, recognized for its groundbreaking work in electric…
Read MorePM Shehbaz Sharif Pushes for Accelerated Completion of Hydropower Projects
In Islamabad, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed authorities to expedite work on two crucial hydropower projects located in Attaabad and Harpo. Additionally, he has called for an action plan regarding solar energy projects in Gilgit-Baltistan, emphasizing the government’s commitment to addressing the region’s energy needs. Following a meeting with Gulbar Khan, Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan, PM Shehbaz formed a…
Read MorePetroleum Demand Reaches 21-Month High, Indicating Economic Stability
In Karachi, the demand for petroleum oil products surged to a 21-month high of 1.15 million tonnes in March, showcasing a positive trend towards economic stability. Data from the Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC) revealed that oil marketing companies (OMCs) experienced a 4% increase in sales compared to the same period last year and a 3% rise from the previous…
Read MoreBalochistan’s farming tube wells to use solar power to plug Rs 80 billion annual losses
Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari has presided over a meeting aimed at transitioning Balochistan’s agricultural tube wells to solar energy. The meeting was attended by Federal Secretary Power, Chief Secretary Balochistan, and other officials. Minister Awais Leghari underscored the significant annual loss of 80 billion rupees incurred under the current system. He directed officials from the…
Read MoreTaskforce to be formed in Punjab districts for crackdown against power theft
Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari, and Chief Minister of Punjab, Ms. Maryam Nawaz, convened a meeting via zoom link to discuss strategies for collaboration between the federal and Punjab governments aimed at reducing instances of electricity theft across the province and improvement in power sector recoveries. During the meeting, both leaders explored various avenues for cooperation…
Read MoreSindh Minister Announces Solar Panel Distribution for Homes Without Power Supply
Provincial Minister for Energy, Planning, and Development Syed Nasir Hussain Shah has revealed plans to provide solar panels to households in rural, hilly, and desert areas lacking electricity access. This initiative aims to address the needs of the most marginalized families, aligning with the manifesto and vision of Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. The Energy Department has initiated practical steps to…
Read MoreSNGPL Urges Petroleum Division to Clear Outstanding Dues for RLNG Supply
Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has issued an urgent appeal to the Petroleum Division (PD) for the clearance of its outstanding dues, particularly from the power sector and Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGCL), crucial for ensuring the continuous supply of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). The request, outlined in a letter dated March 27, 2024, highlights the financial strain…
Read MorePM Shehbaz Sharif Assures Security for Chinese Engineers on Dasu Project
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended assurances of robust security measures to Chinese engineers working on the Dasu Hydropower Project and across Pakistan. He vowed to ensure exemplary punishment for the perpetrators of the March 26 incident, addressing a gathering of Chinese engineers and workers. The prime minister condemned the cowardly act of terrorism that claimed lives, emphasizing that it aimed…
Read More