ABU DHABI: Pakistan has set a bold target of achieving 60% renewable energy in its energy mix by 2030 as the country continues its rapid transition to cleaner, sustainable energy sources.
This was revealed by the Prime Minister’s Coordinator for Climate Change Romina Khurshid Alam during her speech at the 16th International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena) assembly in Abu Dhabi.
Speaking on the occasion, Alam highlighted Pakistan’s rapid rise as one of the fastest growing solar markets globally with 12 gigawatts of off-grid and over 6GW net metered solar capacity expected by the end of 2026.
She highlighted that renewable energy accounted for a record 53% of the country’s total electricity production last financial year.
The prime minister’s aide further highlighted the country’s resilience to climate challenges, saying the country’s distributed solar arrays have played a critical role in restoring power and livelihoods in flood-affected areas, offering a model of climate-resilient recovery that could be replicated across other regions.
“Pakistan is not only committed to reducing its carbon footprint, but also to creating practical solutions for climate adaptation. The distributed solar model has proven to be a lifeline for communities affected by extreme weather events,” said Alam.
The 16th IRENA Assembly, attended by over 1,500 delegates from 139 countries, also saw Pakistan recognized for its progress in the energy transition.
In her closing remarks, she called on Irena and international stakeholders to increase favorable financing for developing countries, especially for green technologies that are essential to achieving global climate goals.
