Wind EnergyPakistan has considerable potential for using wind energy in the coastal belt of Sindh and Baluchistan (in southern Pakistan). The GoP has developed a wind power energy corridor along the southern coastal regions of Sindh and Baluchistan. As per wind data, it measures Pakistan’s coastal belt 180km long, with an exploitable potential of 50,000MW of electricity generation through wind turbines. Currently, 36 private wind projects are operating, producing approximately 1845MW. The Government of Pakistan renewable energy (RE) policy envisages generating 60 percent of the country’s energy from renewable resources by 2030. The ambitious target provides several opportunities for the wind energy market in Pakistan.
Small/Mini/Micro HydroelectricIn addition to large hydro, there are prospects for the development of small-mini-micro hydropower with a revised RE policy. The GoP considers small hydropower projects as a clean and inexpensive source of energy. Small hydropower projects are mainly located in remote areas of Pakistan particularly the North of the country. Recently, the GoP has identified new generation requirements by capacity, fuel technology, and utilizing indigenous resources for power generation and through this plan aims to add 13,000 MW of hydropower capacity to the current 9000 MW capacity by 2030.
Solar EnergyPakistan has an average of 9.5 hours of sunlight daily. The GoP introduced a set of support policies to foster renewable energy development. According to the Private Power & Infrastructure Board (PPIB) of the Ministry of Energy, seven solar projects of 530 MW are operational and supplying electricity to the national grid.
With the rising costs of electricity in Pakistan and an unreliable grid supply, more industries and commercial organizations are turning to captive solar solutions. There has been a strong surge in domestic installation of rooftop photovoltaic panels in larger cities. The current state of the energy sector is promising for growth in solar power in the future given rising fossil fuel prices.
Opportunities: Solar Panels / Photovoltaic Panels, Inverters & Dry Batteries
Wind Farm Equipment (especially turbines) | Biomass Boilers & Equipment | Transmission Equipment | Distribution Equipment
Waste ManagementThere are untapped potential opportunities for UK & European companies, products, modern technology, and equipment to explore this industry. Pakistan generates approximately 49.6 million tons of solid waste a year, which has been increasing more than 2.4 percent annually. According to government estimates, around 87,000 tons of solid waste are produced every week, with a majority coming from key cities. Karachi, the largest city in Pakistan with an estimated population of 20 million people, generates over 16,500 tons of municipal waste daily.
Existing Solid Waste Management System in Pakistan
Local and municipal governments are responsible for collecting waste throughout most of Pakistan’s major cities. In cities, about 60–70% of solid garbage is collected.