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World

Saudi Arabia sets 130 GW solar target by 2030, emerging as renewable energy powerhouse

Kingdom ramps up solar capacity from 2,585 MW in 2023 to 4,340 MW in 2024 as part of bold energy shift

Published 12 Sep, 2025 09:07pm

Pakistan

US-China tariff war: Will Pakistan see decrease in solar panel prices?

US market becomes restricted, Chinese-backed factories seek alternatives, Pakistan could be one

Published 28 Apr, 2025 08:55pm

Technology

Moonlight solar panels enables electricity generation at night

Technology can be easily integrated into existing solar panel systems

Updated 21 Apr, 2025 12:35pm

Technology

Finally a solar panel that can withstand hail storms and prevent damage

Canadian Solar launches powerful 630W solar panel

Updated 06 Apr, 2025 12:16pm

Pakistan

Cabinet halts additional tax on solar users, orders review of net metering policy

Petroleum price cuts to benefit electricity consumers

Published 26 Mar, 2025 06:08pm

Business & Economy

Pakistani net metering consumers’ agreements to expire in five years

New policy sets buyback rate at Rs10 per unit; NEPRA to review rates periodically

Updated 26 Mar, 2025 06:14am

Pakistan

No change in solar energy policy priorities, clarifies PM Shehbaz

Says government committed to promoting solar energy, instructs authorities to remove confusion

Published 23 Mar, 2025 02:57pm

Pakistan

Miftah Ismail slams govt: ‘Is Rs22 solar power expensive but Rs60 grid electricity isn’t?’

Former finance minister criticises government’s stance on solar energy, calls for lower electricity rates

Published 20 Mar, 2025 06:03pm

Pakistan

Check now features of KP CM’s ‘Solarisation of Houses’ project

Government has allocated Rs20 billion for project

Published 08 Mar, 2025 10:22pm

Life & Style

What is eligibility criteria for Punjab CM Free Solar Panel Scheme?

Online portal and messaging are two ways to apply for this scheme

Published 04 Mar, 2025 12:37pm

Life & Style

How to apply for Punjab CM Free Solar Panel Scheme?

Digital balloting was held on Monday for this scheme

Updated 04 Mar, 2025 03:06pm

Pakistan

Sindh ministers share update about second phase of solar kits distribution project

Memon says provincial government to build 100 homes in each village

Published 02 Mar, 2025 10:22am

Pakistan

Punjab government to transition all prisons to solar energy

Cost is lower than combined annual electricity, gas expenses of around Rs4.5 billion

Published 28 Feb, 2025 01:19pm

Business & Economy

Rising solar energy use adds financial strain on grid consumers

Research report calls for reforms in solar energy pricing, grid management

Published 24 Nov, 2024 12:47am

Business & Economy

November solar panel prices plunge 8%: Is downward trend coming to end?

Will a fall in rates and strict policy will affect Pakistani market?

Published 22 Nov, 2024 06:03pm

Business & Economy

China finalises stricter investment guidelines for solar manufacturing

Guidelines direct companies to ensure a minimum capital ratio of 30% for solar PV projects

Published 22 Nov, 2024 05:47pm

Business & Economy

Net metering to be ended after a decade

Dutch parliament approves phase-out of net-metering scheme

Published 16 Nov, 2024 10:31pm

Business & Economy

Significant drop in solar battery prices in Pakistan

Trend of decreasing solar panel prices continues

Published 16 Nov, 2024 01:11pm

Pakistan

IMF raises concerns over Pakistan’s strategy for declining electricity demand due to solarisation

IMF sought clarity on how Pakistan plans to manage the issues related to solar energy

Published 12 Nov, 2024 10:06am

Business & Economy

Pakistan to revamp power distribution following IMF talks

Power sector is grappling with a circular debt that exceeded Rs2.66 trillion

Published 01 Nov, 2024 10:38pm

Technology

New kind of transparent solar panel introduced in market

The demand for transparent solar panels is surging in modern architecture

Published 25 Oct, 2024 03:43pm

Pakistan

Solar panel prices to rise soon, experts predict

Experts are advising potential buyers to act quickly

Published 19 Oct, 2024 11:25am

Pakistan

Trinasolar introduces 700-watt solar panels in Pakistan

The company claims these panels are suited to the country's conditions

Published 26 Sep, 2024 06:59pm

Pakistan

Solar panel prices decrease in Pakistan

Those opting for hybrid systems will need to bear additional cost of batteries

Published 13 Sep, 2024 07:48pm

Pakistan

Chinese company asks govt to end duties on solar panel components

ReneSola Pakistan has proposed a long-term solar panel manufacturing policy

Published 25 Aug, 2024 02:21pm

Pakistan

Who is eligible for Sindh’s solar system kit distribution

Provincial government to provide 200,000 SHS to needy people

Published 03 Aug, 2024 07:43pm

Pakistan

Sindh to distribute 200,000 solar system kits among low-income families

Agreement signed for distribution of Solar Home Systems kits

Updated 03 Aug, 2024 07:44pm

Pakistan

Sindh proposes solar panels, 100 units of free electricity amid exorbitant power bills

Energy minister says government starting process of providing 200,000 solar panels with assistance of World Bank

Published 29 Jul, 2024 10:11pm

Pakistan

1,100 schools, 3,050 mosques to go solar in KP

900 mosques and places of worship in the merged tribal districts have been switched to solar power

Published 22 Jul, 2024 09:58am

Pakistan

Check if you’re eligible for Punjab’s solar panel financing scheme

Will increase scope of solar panel financing scheme, says Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz

Published 20 Jul, 2024 06:51pm