The upcoming month promises relief for consumers as petrol and High-Speed Diesel (HSD) prices in Pakistan are anticipated to decrease by significant margins. International oil price reductions and stable premium rates have paved the way for these adjustments, set to take effect on May 1. The federal government is poised to lower petrol prices by Rs4.88 per liter and HSD…
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has given the green light to reform the National Transmission and Dispatch Company (NTDC) and has established a “special cell” for effective implementation. In a meeting focusing on electricity sector reforms, the PM directed the creation of a comprehensive plan to provide power-efficient fans at affordable rates to those in need. Discussions also delved into issues…
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Pakistan’s government faces scrutiny over its conflicting energy policies, as it touts promoting solar energy while planning to expand IPP contracts. Reports indicate the Ministry of Power is busy discouraging solar panel installations: The Central Power Purchasing Agency has sent a summary to the Power Ministry proposing to charge Rs. 2000 per kilowatt from solar panel grids, up from Rs.…
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Pakistan is making a case for a US waiver regarding the Iran-Pakistan (IP) gas pipeline to address its pressing energy requirements and avoid potential penalties amounting to $18 billion if Iran opts for arbitration through a France-based mechanism. In a letter addressed to President Joseph R. Biden, an energy and water consultant and adviser to the Centre for Research and…
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During President Ebrahim Raisi’s visit to Pakistan, both countries emphasized enhancing economic cooperation and addressing regional challenges. The visit resulted in a joint statement outlining key areas of collaboration and mutual understanding. One significant outcome is the commitment to expedite the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Pakistan and Iran, highlighting the importance of economic integration and trade facilitation. Additionally, cooperation…
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LONDON, April 25 (Reuters): According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the anticipated significant decline in battery costs for energy storage in the coming years will hasten the global shift towards renewable energy and away from fossil fuels. The IEA’s Batteries and Secure Energy Transitions report highlights the crucial role of energy storage in ensuring the reliability of renewable sources…
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A recent report by Norwegian risk assessment firm DNV suggests that China’s coal consumption, although expected to decline by one-third by 2040, will still remain a significant part of its energy mix. This outlook contradicts global climate goals that aim to phase out coal power capacity by 2040 to limit temperature rises. According to the report, China’s coal consumption will…
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The International Energy Agency (IEA) predicts that global electric car sales will reach 17 million by the end of 2024, marking a significant surge in demand. According to the IEA’s Global EV Outlook, this growth trend is set to reshape the automotive industry and significantly reduce oil consumption for road transport. China is leading the electric car revolution, with projections…
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Reports from Business Recorder suggest that the government is contemplating reducing the buyback rates for net metering electricity from Rs 21 per unit to Rs 11 per unit. This move comes as the surge in net metering installations has disrupted the government’s capacity charge payment plans, sources reveal. The Power Division is concerned that affluent consumers are shifting to net…
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The TEVTA-Pakistan Solar Association MOU signing ceremony took place at TEVTA Secretariat, Lahore. Chairman TEVTA Brig. Muhammad Sajid Khokhar, SI(M) Retd., and Chairman PSA Amir Parvez Chaudhry signed the documents. COO TEVTA Qurat-ul-Ain Memon noted that the collaboration spans two years initially, aiming for further expansion. TEVTA commits to enhancing its ties with the solar industry, updating syllabi, conducting trainer…
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