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Progress on Land Acquisition for Dams Reviewed by Implementation Committee

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An implementation committee overseeing the Diamer Bhasha and Mohmand Dams, as directed by the Supreme Court of Pakistan, convened to assess advancements in land acquisition and resettlement efforts for locals residing in project areas. Chaired by Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) Chairman Lt Gen (Retd) Sajjad Ghani, the meeting focused on the sub-committee’s progress regarding land acquisition and resettlement…

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Sindh Government and World Bank to Invest $100m in Renewable Energy Projects

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The Sindh government has partnered with the World Bank to initiate renewable energy ventures, aiming to generate approximately 300MW of electricity through solar and wind projects. Mehfooz Qazi, Director of Alternative Energy for the Sindh Government, announced the $100 million investment during a seminar titled ‘Significance of Renewable Energy for Karachi & Export Industry: Cost of Inaction.’ These projects, including…

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Caretaker Finance Minister Urges IMF Agreement Amid High Inflation

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Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, the outgoing Caretaker Finance Minister, is advising the incoming government to maintain fiscal prudence and swiftly negotiate a new agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to implement vital reforms, as inflation stands at approximately 29 percent. In her departure note included in the Ministry of Finance’s Monthly Economic Update & Outlook for February 2024, Akhtar stressed…

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NEPRA Receives K-Electric’s Fuel Charges Adjustment Request for January 2024

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The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has received a Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA) request from K-Electric for January 2024 on a provisional basis, offering three potential scenarios for adjustment, according to sources familiar with the matter. The proposed adjustments range from Rs 3.34 per unit to Rs 8.78 per unit. Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul-Haq Kakar recently instructed NEPRA…

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PSO Seeks Power Division’s Help in Recovering Rs30.8bn from Hubco

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Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has reached out to the Power Division seeking assistance in recovering a long-pending amount of Rs30.8 billion from Hub Power Company (Hubco), according to reliable sources. The outstanding amount pertains to Residual Fuel Oil (RFO) supplies made by PSO to Hubco over a considerable period. As of February 26, 2024, the total outstanding amount, including Late…

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Gas Shutdown in Sindh

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In an official statement released on Thursday, the Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) declared a temporary cessation of gas supplies to industries and compressed natural gas (CNG) stations across Sindh for a 48-hour period, commencing from Saturday morning. The decision, attributed to low pressure and shortages within the gas system, aligns with the approved gas sales agreement for industrial clients,…

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Study Finds K-Electric Misses $250 Million Savings Due to Neglecting Renewables

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A recent study conducted by Renewables First and the Policy Research Institute for Equitable Development has revealed that K-Electric Ltd., Pakistan’s sole vertically integrated power utility, could have saved approximately $250 million over the past two years if it had prioritized investment in renewable energy sources instead of extending contracts for aging and inefficient thermal power plants. Despite operating in…

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Huawei Fusionsolar Shines Bright at Solar Pakistan Expo, Acknowledges Partners’ Excellence

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Lahore: At the highly anticipated Solar Pakistan Expo, Huawei Fusionsolar stole the spotlight with the immense support of their Partners Bahum, Dewan and AE Solar, with its cutting-edge inverters, captivating the majority of attendees with their innovative features and functionality, who showcased their synergy with Huawei Fusionsolar in advancing solar energy solutions. The event reached its pinnacle when Huawei Fusionsolar…

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LONGi Launches Hi-MO X6 Bifacial, a Breakthrough in Solar Panel Technology

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Lahore: LONGi, a leading innovator in solar panel manufacturing, stole the spotlight at the Solar Pakistan Exhibition hosted at the Expo Center Lahore with the introduction of their groundbreaking product, the Hi-MO X6 Bifacial. The event witnessed a flurry of excitement as visitors flocked to witness this pioneering solar panel technology firsthand. The Hi-MO X6 Bifacial represents a paradigm shift…

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Hopewind launched hopeCloud 4.0 to revolutionize future energy management

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Hopewind announced the launch of hopeCloud 4.0, a cutting-edge energy management platform that harnesses the power of cloud computing and big data technology. With an array of distinctive features, this latest version is set to revolutionize the future of energy management.  A comprehensive and powerful digital platform ecology As a leading renewable energy solutions provider, Hopewind provides comprehensive energy solutions…

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