Policy Research Institute for Equitable Development

⚡ Study Launch Event: Harnessing Pakistan's Energy Potential Join us for an insightful discussion on the future of Pakistan's energy landscape as we launch two studies that tackle the challenges and opportunities in Offshore Wind and the Residential Gas Sector. 🏠 Residential Gas Sector: Gas shortages in winter highlight the urgent need for solutions. Our study explores how switching from traditional gas appliances to efficient electric technologies can ease demand and support sustainability. 📅 Date: 1st November, 2024 🕒 Time: 2:00 - 5:00 PM 📍 Venue: Main Hall, Roomy Hotel, F-6, Islamabad 🔗RSVP: https://lnkd.in/e-D3x5_D Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from industry experts and explore strategies for a cleaner, more sustainable energy future for Pakistan. #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #GasCrisis #Sustainability #PRIED #PakistanEnergy #CleanEnergy

⚡Public Launch Event: Harnessing Pakistan's Energy Potential Join us for an insightful discussion on the future of Pakistan's energy landscape as we launch two studies that tackle the challenges and opportunities in Offshore Wind and the Residential Gas Sector. 🌊 Offshore Wind Energy: With a massive potential of 150GW, particularly in Sindh and Balochistan, this sector could be pivotal to Pakistan's energy transition. But how do we overcome fiscal, socio-environmental, and technical barriers? 🏠 Residential Gas Sector: Gas shortages in winter highlight the urgent need for solutions. Our study explores how switching from traditional gas appliances to efficient electric technologies can ease demand and support sustainability. 📅 Date: 1st November, 2024  🕒 Time: 2:00 - 5:00 PM 📍 Venue: Main Hall, Roomy Hotel, F-6, Islamabad 🔗RSVP: https://lnkd.in/e-D3x5_D Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from industry experts and explore strategies for a cleaner, more sustainable energy future for Pakistan. #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #GasCrisis #Sustainability #PRIED #PakistanEnergy #CleanEnergy

🚂 Project Brief Alert: The Real Cost of Coal Transportation   Our latest policy brief delves into the economic, social, and environmental impacts of Pakistan's new rail network designed to transport Thar's coal. With an energy import bill soaring to $17.5 billion in 2023, and the country's reliance on imported fuel becoming unsustainable, exploiting local coal reserves is seen as a way to ease the financial burden. But at what cost?   This rail project, meant to connect Thar's coalfields with national networks, could create many problems for Thar's environmentally fragile and socially unique landscape. How will this decision shape the future of energy and the marginalized communities of Thar? 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/evju2EUW #EnergyTransition #CoalTransport #TharCoal #PakistanEnergyCrisis #EnvironmentalImpact #SustainableDevelopment #PolicyBrief

🌍📰 Bi-Annual Media Monitor Report (Nov 2023 - April 2024) We’re excited to share our latest report, analyzing how five leading newspapers — Dawn, Business Recorder, Express Tribune, The News, and Pakistan Today — covered Pakistan's energy sector over six months. From coal to renewable energy, and key stakeholders including consumers, regulators, and victims of energy policies, this comprehensive review breaks down media attention by segment. 📈 What's unique? During this period, Pakistan transitioned from a caretaker to an elected government amid political and economic turmoil. With extreme weather events and a struggling economy, the energy and climate challenges were immense. 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/e_S8ix3u Dive into the detailed analysis of these crucial months for Pakistan’s energy future! #EnergySector #PakistanMedia #MediaMonitor #ClimateCrisis #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy

🔊 Join Us for a Consultative Session: Harnessing Pakistan's Energy Potential Explore the challenges and opportunities in Pakistan's offshore wind energy and residential gas sectors at our upcoming consultative session. 🌍💡 📅 30th October, 2024  🕒 2:00 - 5:00 PM 📍 Roomy Hotel, F-6, Islamabad 🔗 RSVP now: https://lnkd.in/dzRx2ndU Key discussions will include: - Unlocking Pakistan’s 150GW offshore wind power potential in Sindh and Balochistan. - Addressing grid integration challenges and hybrid solutions for wind energy. - Transitioning the residential sector from gas to efficient electricity-based technologies. Don't miss insights from PRIED’s latest research on offshore wind energy and reconfiguring gas appliances for a sustainable future. #EnergyTransition #OffshoreWind #SustainableDevelopment #PRIED #PakistanEnergy #CleanEnergy

▶ Highlights from the launch event: "Powering Pakistan's Future: Pathways to Optimize Affordable & Sustainable Electricity Generation Beyond IGCEP 2024-34" We are thrilled to share key insights from the second edition of our study, conducted in collaboration with Renewables First. This study offers a critical analysis of IGCEP 2024-34, presenting alternative scenarios to integrate renewable energy more effectively and optimize costs for Pakistan’s power sector. 📌Key Findings: 1️⃣ Updated planning assumptions could save $22.3 billion by aligning projections with real costs. 2️⃣ Optimizing committed projects could save $5.79 billion, boosting the VRE share to 13-26% by 2033. 3️⃣ Increased net metering adoption cuts system costs by $3.7 billion. 4️⃣ Transferring industrial captive loads to the national grid reduces coal dependence. 5️⃣ Expanding NTDC-KE transmission ties decreases new generation needs and enhances grid sustainability. 📄 Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/eY3YnBwm Thank you to all experts, policymakers, and stakeholders for contributing to the success of this event! NEPRA - National Electric Power Regulatory Authority National Transmission & Dispatch Company (NTDC), Pakistan Ministry of Energy-Power Division, Government of Pakistan #PRIED #RF #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #SustainableFuture #Pakistan #EnergyInsights #IGCEP

📢 Join us for the launch of PRIED’s study, “The Real Price of Black Gold: How Coal Development in Thar is Disrupting Lives and Livelihood,” tomorrow in Hyderabad. Don’t miss the chance to participate online via Zoom! ⬇️ Register here: https://lnkd.in/eXQ_bvsD We look forward to seeing you there! #TharUnderThreat #ClimateActionNow #TharLivesMatter #CoalVsCommunities ##TharCoalImpact

Join us for a Webinar on the Integration of Variable Renewable Energy in Pakistan’s Power Mix! The integration of variable renewable energy (VRE) such as wind and solar power into Pakistan's power mix is crucial for the country's sustainable energy future. This webinar aims to provide an in-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with this transition, focusing on technical, economic and policy aspects. 📅 Date: October 17, 2024 ⏲️ Time: 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM Register here:  https://lnkd.in/eQrCd9Wz #RenewableEnergy #VRE #Sustainability #EnergyTransition

🌎 PRIED held the second day of its consultative workshop on the financial analysis of utility-scale VRE projects, gathering insights from both government and private sector representatives. We were honored to have a distinguished panel that included Mr. Imtiaz Hussain Baloch (DG Licensing, NEPRA), Mr. Hammad Bashir (Independent Consultant and Former UNIDO representative), Mr. Ahtasam Ahmad (Renewables First), Mr. Muhammad Umer Khan (Assistant Manager, CPPA), Mr.Rashid Azeem, (Divisional Head, UBL), and Mr. Irteza Ubaid (Chief Operating Officer, Shams Power) Additionally, Tauseef H. Farooqi delivered a keynote address emphasizing the importance of CTBCM and the integration of renewable energy sources. The session concluded with remarks from Mr. Asad Alam Niazi (Member National Assembly, PPP) #RenewableEnergy #VRE #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #PRIED

🌎 Join PRIED and Renewables First for the Multistakeholder Dialogue on Generation Planning & the Energy and Climate Dashboard Launch! 🗓️ 10th October 2024 🕛 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Islamabad (Invite only) Why Attend? 🔍 Learn how IGCEP 2024-2034 will shape Pakistan's energy future with insights from our study, Powering Pakistan's Future. 🔍 Be the first to explore Pakistan’s "Energy and Climate Insights" Dashboard for smarter, data-driven decisions. 🔍 Connect with experts on renewable energy and explore solutions to energy challenges. 🔗 RSVP: https://lnkd.in/dDD2thiZ Note: RSVP does not guarantee an invitation. Confirmation will be sent via email. #EnergyTransition #ClimateAction #DataDriven #RenewablesFirst #PRIED