47. Pakistan Economic Survey 2011-12 - Consultancy Services in ...

Pakistan Economic Survey 2011-12in Sindh and 300 villages in Balochistan have beenapproved for electrification using solar energy andwill be implemented shortly. AEDB is also doingthe Parliamentarian Sponsored VillageElectrification Program and has so far preparedand submitted 27 feasibilities for approval. Fundsfor three schemes have so far been released underPeople Work Programs-II PWP-II and the schemesare being implemented.These government’s policies aim to meet thedemand fully with an emphasis on exploration ofindigenous resources including hydel, coal,domestic gas and renewable and imported energyin a timely manner. Sectoral deficiencies are beingimproved. Institutions are strengthened and privatesectors’ involvement is being enhanced to promotethe culture of public private partnership leading tolessen the burden on public resources. In thiscontext the government held two National EnergyConferences in 2011 and 2012. To address thepresent energy crises the followingrecommendations were made:Equitable load shedding among all provinces.Reduction in number of working days forgovernment offices along with implementationof street-light conservation plan asrecommended by the Ministry of Water andPower.Closing down of all commercial centersthroughout the country at 8pm except forweekends. For saving energy the governmenthas decided to have different office hoursduring winter and summer time.Allocation of additional gas to the powersector (ideally 207mmcfd giving 1000MW)Subsidy for solar agri tube wells through easyfinancingThe government will also cut power supply toadvertisement billboards and would replace allthe regular bulbs with energy-savers.To ensure the smooth supply of power thegovernment will allocate additional gas topower companies.To limit the use of energy by governmentoffices, prepaid meters in all federal andprovincial government buildings will beinstalled. Also cases related to power theftswill be registered and immediate action againstthe culprits will be taken. Provinces to help inprompt registration of FIRs, designatingspecial magistrates and nominating focalpersons. e.g., Home Secretary at the provincialand the District Coordination Officer (DCO) atthe district level for expeditious disposal ofelectricity theft cases. Upfront tariff for all types of fuels by NEPRAand tariff increase of 12 percent Expedite conversion of steam basedIPPs/GENCOs to coalConclusionEnergy needs are indelibly linked to Pakistan’seconomic and sustainable growth capabilities.Pakistanis have been in increasing in demandacross the various areas of energy sources. With agrowing economy and the desire for vastproduction and consumption across the country,the energy demands remain high. With energyshortages as a main challenge, the government isworking tirelessly to ensure such problems areremedied. Given the need for energy, theGovernment of Pakistan is doing the utmost topromote renewable energies, various energysources and energy efficiency. There are variousprojects that speak to the endless possibilities ofbuilding up Pakistan’s renewable energy sources.These hope to continue and expand in comingyears220