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Update to Electricity Transmission System

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Modernizing Sri Lanka’s Electricity Transmission System Sri Lanka is taking significant steps to modernize its electricity transmission system, aiming to achieve multiple benefits such as improving the efficiency of electricity distribution, reducing power outages, and enabling the seamless integration of renewable energy sources into the national grid. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance the reliability and sustainability of the country's energy infrastructure. During an inspection tour of two newly completed substations under the National Transmission and Distribution Network Development and Efficiency Promotion Project (Package 02 Grid Substation), Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody emphasized the importance of making the power transmission system modernization program efficient and effective. The minister directed the relevant authorities to ensure that the project is implemented in a timely and efficient manner. Under this project, which is being executed...

Powering Pakistan

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The Rise of Solar Power in Pakistan and the Energy Crisis In recent years, the shift towards solar power in Pakistan has become increasingly evident. Every day, new industries are embracing this renewable energy source, signaling a significant transformation in the country’s energy landscape. This trend is not just a sign of environmental awareness but also a response to the growing challenges faced by the national electricity grid. Currently, Pakistan's electricity production capacity exceeds 45,000 MW, yet the demand remains at around 20,000 MW, and this number is steadily decreasing. This imbalance presents a critical juncture for the government, as it must decide how to address the mounting pressures on the energy sector. The current model of electricity distribution is proving unsustainable. If the government continues with its present approach, it risks plunging into a financial crisis and facing backlash from investors. However, there is an alternative path—one that invol...