Do you know Pakistan loses about 20% of #electricity during its transmission and distribution? This #cost the country Rs250bn in FY 2021-2022. These losses directly reflect in our #ElectricityBills. Learn all about it from PRIED’s energy expert Shaheera Tahir in this video:

𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐛𝐭, 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧 🌍📉 At the International Conference on Political Economy, Climate Change, and Debt held at S3H, NUST, PRIED’s Amna Khan took the stage to present her compelling research on “𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑷𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑪𝒍𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑭𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑷𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏: 𝑫𝒆𝒃𝒕, 𝑬𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒕𝒚, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂 𝑱𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝑬𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒚 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏.” In her presentation, 𝐀𝐦𝐧𝐚 𝐊𝐡𝐚𝐧 (researcher at PRIED) highlighted how systemic debt and energy sector vulnerabilities shape our climate reality, emphasizing that shifting toward renewables requires tackling structural debt and ensuring equitable, accessible financing mechanisms for Pakistan. #ClimateFinance #PoliticalEconomy #ClimateJustice #JustEnergyTransition #LossAndDamage

𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐃 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲, 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐛𝐭 🏛️📊 On 20 October 2026, the Policy Research Institute for Equitable Development (PRIED) engaged with researchers, policymakers, and practitioners at NUST to address the critical linkages between economic policy, sovereign debt, and climate action in Pakistan. Amna Khan (Climate Researcher, PRIED) presented on "𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑷𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑪𝒍𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑭𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑷𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏: 𝑫𝒆𝒃𝒕, 𝑬𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒕𝒚, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂 𝑱𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝑬𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒚 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏," emphasizing debt sustainability, equity, and fair energy governance. Anfal Nadir (Climate Researcher, PRIED) moderated the panel discussion on "𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲, 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐛𝐭: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧." At PRIED, we remain committed to advancing evidence-informed policy dialogue that places equity, accountability, and climate justice at the center of national development strategy. #ClimateFinance #PoliticalEconomy #ClimateChange #JustEnergyTransition #NUST

𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 2: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐧, 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧 ⚡☀️ How does reliable energy access impact local small businesses and livelihoods? In Chaman, bakery owner 𝐙𝐚𝐟𝐚𝐫 𝐊𝐡𝐚𝐧 shares how adopting solar energy for the past two years transformed his daily operations—allowing him to safely store perishable items, fresh cream goods, and beverages without interruption. For local entrepreneurs, shifting to solar isn't just about lighting; it is essential for keeping businesses alive and thriving. Watch how local energy realities are unfolding on the ground. 🎥 #BijliKaHaq #EnergyJustice #SolarPower #Balochistan #PRIED #RenewableEnergy

𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 1: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐧, 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧 ⚡☀️ When grid electricity remains unavailable for days, what does community resilience look like? In Chaman, residents like 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐚𝐳 have turned to solar power to secure basic needs like water and running household appliances. However, a major paradox remains: even after investing in solar systems, households are still hit with fixed grid charges and inflated bills. Watch how local energy realities are unfolding on the ground. 🎥 #BijliKaHaq #EnergyJustice #SolarPower #Balochistan #PRIED

Highlights from PRIED’s Karachi event, where Times of Karachi covered our study launch, “Harnessing Pakistan’s Solar Revolution: A Techno-Economic Assessment of Swarm Electrification.” Discussions with stakeholders highlighted how solarization needs and opportunities vary across Pakistan. While individual rooftop solar systems may be feasible for many households in northern and central regions, Karachi’s high-density urban landscape presents different challenges, including limited rooftop access for apartment residents. These regional differences shape energy access, affordability, and public priorities, underscoring the need for regionally informed energy policies rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Understanding local realities is essential to exploring solutions such as swarm electrification and peer-to-peer electricity sharing. 🎥 Watch the video for perspectives shared at our Karachi event. #Pakistan #SolarEnergy #SwarmElectrification #EnergyTransition #Bijlikahaq

How can swarm grids contribute to Pakistan’s evolving energy landscape? In her article, “A Case for Swarm Grids,” published in The News International, PRIED researcher Amina Shahab explores the potential of swarm grids and peer-to-peer electricity sharing in shaping a more decentralised and efficient energy system. Read the full article: thenews.pk/magazine/money-ma… #PRIED #EnergyTransition #SwarmGrids #RenewableEnergy #Bijlikahaq #Solar

PRIED researcher Manzoor Ahmed participated in the discussion titled “Powering Up More Solar Homes Across Southeast Asia” during Bangkok Climate Action Week 2026. The discussion brought together regional stakeholders to explore opportunities to expand rooftop solar and accelerate the just energy transition across Southeast Asia. ☀️🌱 #PRIED #SolarFOrAll #Bijlikahaq #RooftopSolar #BangkokClimateActionWeek

🌍 PRIED co-organised an event titled “FROM THE GROUND UP: Building Renewables for People and Planet” at Bangkok Climate Action Week, alongside Parliamentarians for a Fossil-Free Future, Asian Peoples’ Movement on Debt and Development (APMDD), Philippine Movement for Climate Justice (PMCJ), and the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR). The event highlighted the role of local governments, provincial leaders, and community advocates in driving a rapid, equitable, and just transition to renewable energy. It also provided a platform to showcase local renewable energy initiatives, exchange lessons, and strengthen collaboration among governments, civil society, communities, and local businesses. The panel featured: * Ian Rivera — Philippines * Gov. Noel Rosal — Albay Province, Philippines * Shezra Mansab Ali Khan Kharal — Minister of State for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination and Member of the National Assembly of Pakistan * Manzoor Ahmed — Researcher, PRIED, Pakistan PRIED extends its sincere thanks to all the panellists, co-organisers, and participants for their valuable contributions to advancing a people-centred and equitable renewable energy transition. #PRIED #BangkokClimateActionWeek #RenewableEnergy #ClimateAction #EnergyTransition #ClimateJustice

📸 Highlights from the study launch workshop in Karachi! On 30 September 2026, PRIED convened a workshop to launch its study, “Harnessing Pakistan’s Solar Revolution: A Techno-Economic Assessment of Swarm Electrification.” The workshop brought together policymakers, energy sector experts, regulators, and community representatives to discuss the potential of swarm electrification in harnessing Pakistan’s growing solar energy capacity. Discussions explored the techno-economic feasibility of swarm grids, opportunities to coordinate existing energy assets, regulatory challenges, and pathways towards a more inclusive, efficient, and people-led energy transition. The event provided a valuable platform for dialogue and collaboration on translating Pakistan’s solar revolution into a more sustainable and equitable energy future. #PRIED #SwarmElectrification #SolarForAll #Bijlikahaq #RenewableEnergy

🌍✨ From the Ground Up: Building Renewables for People and Planet Excited to see PRIED, APMDD, PMCJ, and IESR come together at Bangkok Climate Week for an inspiring forum on accelerating the renewable energy transition. Bringing together civil society and local leaders from Albay, Sindh, and Bali, this collaboration is a powerful opportunity to share local solutions, visions, and stories for a just, people-centered renewable energy future. 💚⚡ 📅 October 11, 2026 🕔 5:00–7:30 PM 📍 Ambassador Hotel, Bangkok Three iconic zones. Shared visions. One collective movement for a fossil-free future. 🌱🌏 🔗 More info & registration: bangkokclimateactionweek.org… #BangkokClimateWeek #RenewableEnergy #JustTransition #ClimateJustice #FossilFreeFuture #Albay #Sindh #Bali #APMDD #PMCJ #IESR #PRIED

Pakistan’s shift towards solar is already well underway — but how can households make the transition, and what does it mean for the country’s energy future? In her latest piece for Dawn, Zil E Huma explores the growing move towards solar, the choices involved, and what the transition could mean for Pakistan’s energy system. The article draws on insights from Usama Usman of PRIED, who highlights the importance of looking at peak electricity demand when sizing a solar system, rather than relying only on monthly averages. He also shares insights on system choices, net billing and the process of connecting solar to the grid. Read the full article in Dawn: dawn.com/news/2033969/lets-g… #PRIED #SolarEnergy #Solarisation #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition #Pakistan #SolarForAll #BijliKaHaq #EnergyPolicy