In a remarkable energy transformation, solar power has emerged as Pakistan’s top source of electricity, delivering more than a quarter of all grid-supplied power between January and April 2025.
The report, shared by energy research group Ember and highlighted by Reuters, shows that solar now provides 25.3% of Pakistan’s electricity — up from being the fifth-largest source in 2023.
This dramatic leap not only signals a new era in Pakistan’s power sector, but also places the country in an elite group of less than 20 nations where solar supplies over 25% of national electricity.
One of the major drivers behind this rapid growth has been a massive surge in imports of solar technology from China. Over just two years, between 2022 and 2024, imports increased fivefold, bringing total solar capacity to 16,600 megawatts. With falling prices and wider accessibility, both households and businesses across Pakistan have turned to solar as a practical alternative to expensive and unreliable grid electricity.
This transition is also a direct response to persistent fuel price hikes and ongoing power shortages. For many, solar power is no longer a luxury — it’s a necessary solution.
Supportive government policies and incentives have played a key role in encouraging this shift, helping to cut costs and promote adoption. These efforts are not only helping stabilize the grid but are also reducing Pakistan’s dependence on imported fuels.
As solar energy takes center stage, Pakistan is stepping into a future that promises resilience, sustainability, and more affordable power for its people.