In a significant budget revision, the Pakistani government has reduced the proposed sales tax on solar panel imports from 18% to 10% following negotiations with coalition partners. While lawmakers had …
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The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue has unanimously rejected the FBR’s proposal to impose 18% GST on imported solar panels, prioritizing public access to clean energy over …
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Solar Panel Prices Surge in Karachi Ahead of Proposed 18% Import Tax
by Web Deskby Web DeskSolar panel prices in Karachi have spiked sharply ahead of the proposed 18% sales tax on imported panels, leaving consumers shocked and traders warning of potential smuggling and long-term market …
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Big Bird said that this solar power system is projected to deliver significant value in annual energy cost savings for the company.
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Microsoft Launches First Data Centre in Indonesia, Boosting Cloud Ecosystem
by Web Deskby Web DeskMicrosoft has inaugurated its first data centre in Jakarta, Indonesia, marking a pivotal step in the nation’s digital transformation. With an expected $2.5 billion economic impact and 60,000 jobs by …
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Mass Blackout Cripples Spain and Portugal, Grounds Flights and Halts Transport
by Web Deskby Web DeskA massive power outage swept across Spain and Portugal on Monday, disrupting flights, public transport, hospitals, and retail operations, with authorities still searching for the cause of the rare and …
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AI’s Data Powerhouses Are Sparking a Global Energy Reckoning
by Umar Sohailby Umar SohailArtificial intelligence is powering massive shifts in global energy demand. A new IEA report reveals how AI-driven data centers will double electricity use by 2030.
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Global Renewable Power Capacity Surges in 2024
by Umar Sohailby Umar SohailISLMABAD, March 27: The world’s renewable energy capacity experienced significant growth in 2024, reaching 4,448 gigawatts (GW), with solar energy leading the expansion, contributing 1,865GW. According to the Renewable Capacity Statistics …
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Islamabad: January 06, 2025: Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Romina Khurshid Alam said Pakistan’s achievements at COP29 have strengthened its commitment to adopting international …
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Pakistan Speeds up solar power expansion for renewable energy drive
by Hamza Irshadby Hamza IrshadPakistan’s National Transmission and Dispatch Company Limited (NTDC) has made significant strides in bolstering the nation’s renewable energy portfolio by securing 2553 acres of land in Muzaffargarh district for the …