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China’s NEA Proposes Working Group for Conversion of Power Plants to Local Coal

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Power-Plants

ISLAMABAD: The National Energy Administration (NEA) of China has expressed its willingness to establish an ad hoc working group to facilitate discussions on converting three coal-fired power plants in Pakistan from imported to local Thar coal, according to sources within the Private Power and Infrastructure Board (PPIB). This development aligns with Pakistan’s broader energy strategy to reduce dependency on imports…

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NEPRA Raises Concerns Over IPP Contract Policies During K-Electric FCA Hearing

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Nepra-Act

ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) voiced serious concerns on Thursday regarding factors in ongoing negotiations with Independent Power Producers (IPPs) that could deter investment in Pakistan’s power sector. These issues surfaced during a public hearing on K-Electric’s provisional Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA) for September 2024, where K-Electric proposed a 16 paisa per unit reduction, aiming to return…

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Bangkok to Host ASEAN Solar PV & Energy Storage Expo 2025

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ASEAN-Solar

The ASEAN Solar PV & Energy Storage Expo 2025 is set to illuminate Bangkok from March 5-7, bringing together international leaders, innovators, and experts in solar photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage. This influential event will spotlight cutting-edge developments in renewable energy, providing a dynamic space for professionals to exchange insights, forge partnerships, and explore the latest technologies driving sustainable growth…

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Bangkok to Host ASEAN Battery & Energy Storage Expo 2025

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Energy-Expo

The highly anticipated ASEAN (Bangkok) Battery & Energy Storage Expo 2025 is set to take place from March 5-7 in Bangkok, Thailand. This premier event in the heart of Southeast Asia will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and experts to showcase and discuss the latest advancements in battery and energy storage technology. This year’s expo promises a range of highlights,…

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SCN Calls for Prosecution of Authorities Approving Deforestation in KP

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New-Project

Peshawar, [Date] – The Sarhad Conservation Network (SCN), a leading advocacy network dedicated to preserving natural & built heritage in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, strongly condemns the provincial government’s approval of the alarming deforestation drive in the province, as established by a recent news item in the English language daily, Dawn, on October 31. “The clearance of over six million cubic feet…

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OGRA notifies Rs 2.88/kg hike in LPG price for November

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OGRA

ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has jacked up the per kilogram price by Rs 2.88 per kilogram Ra price hike for the month of November, impacting household and commercial consumers across Pakistan. This increase in LPG prices comes amid the ongoing volatility in energy markets. As per the new notification, LPG prices have increased by PKR 2.88…

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NA body on petroleum expresses serious concern over CSR fund misuse

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National-Assembly

ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Standing Committee on Petroleum Division on Thursday expressed serious concern over inadequate regulatory oversight that has led to the misuse of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds and the underutilization of the Production Bonus and Training Fund by exploration and production (E&P) companies. Chaired by MNA Syed Mustafa Mehmood, the Standing Committee convened to review the CSR initiatives…

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Pakistan responds to Chinese ambassador’s ‘undiplomatic’ remarks: what led to this tense exchange?

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Ishaq Dar

As security concerns for Chinese nationals intensify, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry urges a return to diplomatic norms in addressing sensitive issues with Beijing The Pakistan Foreign Ministry issued a rare statement addressing remarks made by Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong during the high-profile “China at 75” conference held earlier this week in Islamabad. The Ministry’s spokesperson, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, clarified that the…

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NEPRA reserves decision on KE’s PKR247 million fuel cost relief proposal for September

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NEPRA

ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) held a public hearing on October 31, 2024, to review a petition by K-Electric (KE) for a provisional monthly fuel charge adjustment (FCA) for September 2024. If approved, the requested adjustment would provide an anticipated relief of PKR 247 million, which translates to a reduction of PKR 0.16 per unit for consumers…

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