The Ministry of Energy has approved a major revision to the net metering policy for solar power consumers across Pakistan. According to sources in National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra), the decision was finalised after months of consultations with key stakeholders, including distribution companies (DISCOs) and regulatory bodies. Under the new net billing framework, solar […]
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NEPRA unveils 2025 net metering rules
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) announced the Prosumer Regulations 2025, introducing a new framework for net metering consumers. The rules aim to modernize Pakistan’s energy sector and encourage solar power adoption. Separate tariffs for buying and selling electricity will streamline transactions and ensure fair pricing for producers and consumers. Under the dual-tariff system, […]
Pakistan’s renewable future hindered by weak power grid: UN
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s vast potential for solar and wind energy gives it a strong foundation to move towards low-cost, carbon-free electricity, but outdated and fragile grid infrastructure poses a major challenge, according to a new United Nations report. The 2025 Review of Climate Ambition in Asia and the Pacific, released by the UN Economic and Social […]
Meta acquires 1GW solar power to fuel AI ambitions
Tech giant Meta has signed a deal to acquire around 1 gigawatt of solar power, further expanding its renewable energy portfolio to over 3 gigawatts this year, as the company seeks to support its growing artificial intelligence operations. Meta finalized two agreements in Louisiana to purchase the environmental attributes of 385 megawatts of electricity, with […]
Pakistan goes solar: 155 railway stations to cut costs and boost clean power
ISLAMABAD – In a major step toward green energy, the government has decided to switch 155 railway stations in Pakistan to solar power. This change will help reduce fuel costs and save millions of rupees. The plan was discussed in a high-level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the PM House on Wednesday. […]
Pakistan approves Rs14 billion for solar-powered tubewells in Balochistan
The federal government has approved Rs14 billion to convert agricultural tubewells in Balochistan to solar power. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on conventional electricity. It also seeks to address the circular debt crisis in the energy sector. The decision was made during a steering committee meeting led by Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar. […]