But here’s the catch: to realise these savings, Pakistan needs a coherent, long-term and just policy shift in which New Energy Vehicle Policy 2025–2030 is a positive first step. Without that, we’re stuck paying the oil bill. #NewEnergyVehiclePolicy.

Studies show that by 2060, Pakistan could save a whopping $64 billion in oil import costs by embracing EVs. That money could fuel development and clean energy projects instead. source: @IPRI_Pak.

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So, what’s the solution? Switching to electric vehicles (EVs) could save billions by cutting down on fuel imports. #ElectricVehicles.

The main culprit? The transport sector. It gobbles up nearly 80% of all fuel used in Pakistan. (Source: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute).

Did you know Pakistan spent $5.1 billion on oil imports in 2024 alone? That’s a massive drain on the economy. Source: @Reuters .#Oil #import #Pakistan.

Balochistan is the most solar-powered province. Because it has the least access to grid electricity, so more people rely on solar. In Balochistan, there is a 57% access to electricity out of which 26% comes from solar energy . Source: Housing and Population Census 2023.

% of households using firewood for cooking.Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 71.4%.Balochistan: 70.1%.Punjab: 50%.Sindh: 44.8%.Islamabad: 13.2%. Source : Population and Housing Census 2023 report.

Over half of Pakistan still cooks with firewood.Most used fuel nationally — for cooking:.→Firewood: 52.7% of households.→Gas/LPG/LNG: 42% of households.→Others (electricity, dung, coal, etc.): 5.2%. #population #housing #census #firewood.

Lithium ion batteries used with solar panels contain high-value but highly toxic materials. But the good news is that the metal atoms of materials can be infinitely recycled!. Pakistan imports 100% of these materials recycling could reclaim strategic reserves and reduce imports.

By 2035, Pakistan is estimated to produce over 165,000 tons of lithium battery waste!. If just 50% is recycled, it could yield:. 1,000–2,000 tons of cobalt. 4,000+ tons of copper. 5,000+ tons of lithium & nickel. #SolarPower #recycle #Pakistan.

Major run-of-river dams in Pakistan.– Ghazi Barotha (Indus River) – 1,450 MW.– Neelum–Jhelum (Neelum/Jhelum Rivers) – 969 MW.– Patrind (Kunhar to Jhelum) – 147 MW.– Karot (Jhelum River) – 720 MW. #dams #riverrun #Electricity #Pakistan.

Run-of-river dams:.→ Block river flow, harming fish migration and natural ecosystems.→Divert river water through tunnels, which can dry up stretches of the river.→ Release water into dry patches in case of excessive rains by closing tunnels,   risking flash floods for locals.

What is a run-of-river dam?.A run-of-river dam makes electricity by using the river's natural flow and slope, without needing to store much water. It does not create large reservoirs to store water.But is it environmentally friendly?.Not really.

António Guterres declared that the fossil fuel era has ENDED. Solar energy is now 41% cheaper than fossil fuels. Pakistan must decide whether it wants to utilise its immense renewable potential to develop or continue to lag behind . @UN @antonioguterres.

Solar is cheaper than ever before!. The cost of utility‑scale solar electricity has declined over 85% since 2010, now undercutting new coal or gas plants in almost every market around the world!. #EnergyTransition #SOLAR #Pakistan.

Through interventions such as fuel switching, electrification, process upgrades and the adoption of circular practices, key sectors can save on energy costs and reduce emissions. 50 - 60% in textile industry.Up to 20% in cement industry.Up to 10% in steel industry. @WorldBank.

Pakistan has immense renewable energy potential.It can be life-saving for the economy, the environment and the people.But significant funding is required.Investment of $50 billion is needed to reach a 60% renewable energy by 2030.$390 billion by 2050. (Source: @ADB_HQ ).

Understanding the circular debt.Circular debt is when one entity in the electricity‑supply chain fails to make payments, triggering a cascade of unpaid debts .As of July 2025, the cumulative energy sector debt in Pakistan is Rs2.3 trillion.This is around 5% of the GDP!.

What is the solution that they suggested to fund the dams?.Increase the 18% standard sales tax.

The IMF has rejected Pakistan’s proposal to impose a 1% water storage cess (a purpose specific, indirect tax) on all goods, except electricity and medicines, to fund the government’s dam dreams.Why?.The 1% water storage tax could pose legal and governmental challenges.