In Pakistan, about 113,000 homes have solar panels on their roofs, making them ‘distributed generators’. This is only 0.3% of all households. Most of these homes are in the top two electricity usage brackets. Recently, there’s been talk about changing the price for net metering, where the power company swaps the solar power for electricity….
The government is seeking assistance from the World Bank to handle the mounting burden of capacity payments in response to the surge in solar power generation in the country. The private sector’s adoption of solar panels has surged to a significant capacity of 6,800 megawatts (MW), with more individuals opting for off-grid solutions by installing…
The Ministry of Energy’s Power Division dismissed rumors on Saturday about a proposed fixed tax on solar power users. Reports circulating on social media claimed that the Central Power Purchasing Agency had suggested taxing residential and commercial users of solar power at Rs2,000 per kilowatt. However, according to state-run Radio Pakistan, the Power Division clarified…
Are you worried about high electricity costs? Check out the innovative Roshan Gharana Program, a new initiative led by Punjab’s Chief Minister, Maryam Nawaz. This program aims to change Punjab’s energy scene by giving 50,000 homes free solar power systems. More Than Just Saving Money: Creating a Greener Future Roshan Gharana isn’t just about saving…
The Punjab government is launching the Roshan Gharana program to bring solar energy to 50,000 households, aiming to promote renewable energy. Under the plan, consumers will chip in 25% of the solar panel cost, while the government and commercial financing will cover the remaining 75%. What makes this initiative stand out is its distribution approach….