Antalya: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to the 35-by-35 Global Electrification Pledge, expressing optimism that the objective of global electrification can be met through collaborative efforts. He made these remarks during a high-profile meeting titled “Clean Energy Transition by 2035: Powering the Future” held in Antalya, Türkiye.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Prime Minister highlighted Pakistan’s significant strides in energy transition over the past two years, noting the addition of nearly twenty-two gigawatts of rooftop solar capacity. He described this development as a transformative movement led by citizens in pursuit of affordable and clean energy.

Prior to his departure for Antalya, Sharif inaugurated a section of Pakistan’s seventh nuclear power plant, which will contribute twelve hundred megawatts of clean energy to the national grid. He noted that clean energy sources now constitute approximately fifty-five percent of Pakistan’s energy mix.

Sharif also pointed out ongoing changes in the transport sector, with the government targeting thirty percent electric vehicle adoption by 2030, supported by incentives such as lower tariffs. He reported that over ten percent of motorcycles sold in Pakistan this year were electric, indicative of a shift towards sustainable transport.

However, the Prime Minister underscored the need for substantial financing to maintain this momentum, highlighting requirements for expanding electricity grids, enhancing storage capacity, and ensuring the affordability of new technologies. He stated that Pakistan needs approximately 138 billion dollars for low-carbon electricity generation and an additional fifty billion dollars to transition from coal to solar energy by 2035.

Sharif emphasized that achieving the 35-by-35 target hinges on aligning financial support with global ambitions through concessional funding and technology transfers. He urged for a united effort to drive economic growth without environmental detriment and to bring electricity to homes sustainably.