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Pakistan Reaffirms 60% Renewables by 2030 at IRENA, Calls for Concessional Finance

Pakistan seeks concessional backing for advanced clean technologies following rapid solar gains.

Overview

  • Romina Khurshid Alam delivered Pakistan’s national statement at the IRENA Assembly in Abu Dhabi, held Jan. 10–12.
  • She reported that renewables supplied about 53% of Pakistan’s electricity in the last fiscal year.
  • Pakistan cites roughly 12 GW of off‑grid solar and over 6 GW of net‑metered capacity in place by the end of 2025.
  • The government highlighted the Punjab Solar Panel Scheme 2026, which provides free or subsidized systems to low‑income households.
  • Pakistan urged treating energy storage and green hydrogen as global public goods and pressed for stronger regional energy cooperation.