Govt to shift from net to gross metering for solar panels amid IMF talks
Plan aims to bolster grid electricity usage and power company revenues, pushing consumers towards more costly grid power
Govt seeks extension on $15.4m energy debt
Restructuring could lower energy costs by Rs3 per unit, easing the burden on consumers
Pakistan, China likely to forge partnership on petrochemical refinery next month
Crucial MoU for joint refinery project involves major players like Sinopec and Saudi Aramco
Govt proposes carbon tax on petroleum amid IMF push for uniform VAT
In efforts to comply with IMF recommendations, Pakistan explores significant tax reforms, including a universal VAT and enhanced petroleum levies
PM Shehbaz directs revision of net metering rules to stabilise power sector revenues
Sharif orders NEPRA and Power Division to revise regulations amid concerns over declining revenues due to increased solar adoption
NEPRA reserves judgment on proposed Rs18.86/unit power tariff hike for KarachiitesÂ
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Thursday reserved a judgment regarding a potential hike of up to Rs 18.86...
Kohinoor Energy Ltd. announces incorporation of new solar power subsidiary
Company officially declares formation of a wholly owned subsidiary dedicated to solar power, following approval from its BoD
DISCOs seek recovery of over Rs51bn from power consumers
Request filed with NEPRA for adjustments on capacity charges for the third quarter of FY2023-24
OMCs record sales decline of 6% YoY in April 2024
The decline reflects shifts in product-wise and company-wise performance dynamics within the industry
Experts call for targeted policy measures to unlock Pakistan’s renewable energy potentialÂ
Emphasize the imperative to devise concrete strategies to bridge the delivery gap in financing green energy initiatives
Power Division denies plans to impose fixed tax on solar energy
Clarifies no proposal to change net metering rates amid push for renewable energy adoption
Govt considers cutting buyback rates from Rs 21 to Rs 11/unit for net metering
Solar systems should primarily serve personal consumption, and excess power rates should reflect the affordability of the distribution companies, argues Power Division
Prime Minister wants to privatise the DISCOS fast. What is taking so long?
The DISCOs problem has been a major concern for successive governments in recent years. Will a solution ever take shape?
Engro signs share purchase agreement with consortium for sale of thermal energy assets
Agreement signed for sale of Engro Energy’s entire 68.9% shareholding in Engro Powergen Qadirpur, 50.1% in Engro Powergen Thar, 11.9% in Sindh Engro Coal Mining Company
NEPRA raises electricity rate by Rs2.74/unit for second quarterly adjustment
Rs 4.99/unit hike is also on cards due to fuel charges adjustment for February 2024