ISLAMABAD — Government delays in finalizing a tariff for Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations are hindering progress for both investors and consumers, according to sources. The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) and the National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (NEECA) have yet to agree on a tariff framework, leaving companies like Attock Petroleum Limited (APL) in limbo.
APL has appealed to NEECA, citing a government meeting on September 27, 2024, which emphasized the role of Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) in establishing EV stations nationwide as part of a clean energy initiative. Despite installing Pakistan’s first fast-charging EV stations, APL’s request for an EV-specific tariff (A2(d)) has been stalled due to policy gaps and infrastructure requirements for multiple meters at single premises.
The Ministry of Industries and Production’s sub-committee is currently selecting 40 potential locations for EV charging points. However, without clear guidelines, industry-wide efforts could face delays. APL has requested NEECA’s support for policy clarity, which would set a precedent for expanding EV charging infrastructure across Pakistan.
Story by Mushtaq Ghumman
