Friday, January 9, 2026
In a major step toward formalizing Pakistan’s solar installation sector, LONGi has launched its Certified Installer Program, a structured initiative designed to enhance technical expertise, recognize performance, and strengthen the nationwide installer community. Operating under the “LONGi Certified Installer” and “LONGi Elite Installer” tracks, the program combines technical training, certification,...
Philip Morris International Inc. (“PMI”) has been recognized on the Forbes 2025 Net Zero Leaders list, ranking fourth in 2025. Forbes compiled its list with data from Sustainalytics and Morningstar to assess companies’ progress towards a net-zero future. It evaluated each company’s management structure to aid in risk assessment, governance, strategy, and metrics for achieving...
Pakistan’s mining sector is on the cusp of transformation, with annual revenues projected to grow from the current $2 billion to $6–8 billion by 2030, if the country seizes the opportunity to tap its vast reserves. This was the central message delivered by Shamsuddin A. Shaikh, CEO of National...
The Governor of Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Khan has said that the renewable energy is the answer to environmental degradation causing climate disasters in the country. “The solar is the best energy source to preserve the environment in view of the current climatic conditions and prevent natural disasters like floods...
Oil prices fell on Thursday after rising in the previous session as investors weighed expectations for lower US fuel demand with the end of the summer demand season nearing and awaited India’s response to punitive US tariffs. Brent crude futures dropped 50 cents, or 0.73%, to $67.55 at 0643 GMT, and...
Livoltek, a global leader in smart solar and energy storage solutions, successfully showcased its comprehensive portfolio of grid-tied inverters, hybrid inverters, energy storage systems, batteries, and EV chargers at the International Trade & Industrial Fair (ITIF Asia 2025), held at Karachi Expo Centre. As one of the region’s largest industrial...
Oil prices nudged higher on Friday to fresh one-week highs after US President Donald Trump warned of “consequences” if Russia blocked a Ukraine peace deal, injecting concerns about supply. Sentiment was also boosted by strong economic data out of Japan, which is among the largest global crude importers. Brent crude futures...
In a significant step towards promoting alternative energy solutions Solar Pakistan Exhibition will take place from 15 to 17 August 2025 at Karachi Expo Centre. Organized by Fakt Exhibitions (Pvt) Ltd, the three-day exhibition aims to accelerate Pakistan’s transition to alternative energy by showcasing a wide range of solar technologies,...
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, chaired a meeting to review challenges facing Pakistan’s energy sector. Discussions focused on key issues affecting the financial sustainability and long-term stability of the sector, including energy consumption patterns, pricing mechanisms, subsidy management, and the reduction of Transmission and Distribution (T&D) losses. Dar...
The National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) on Wednesday reaffirmed its commitment to supporting communities affected by the Thar Coal project after a crucial meeting at its Karachi office. Chaired by NCHR Member (Sindh) Anis Haroon, the meeting brought together community advocates and residents to discuss the adverse impacts of...