Explanation

• Pakistan generates electricity from thermal, hydro, and other sources.
• In 2002–03, thermal power was the dominant source of electricity.
• It contributed about 68% of total electricity generation.
• Thermal power mainly comes from oil, gas, and coal plants.
• Hydropower was the second major source at that time with 30%.

Last verified on 02-05-2026

Explanation

• The main wind energy corridor in Pakistan is located in Jhampir, Sindh.
• Jhampir is part of the Gharo–Jhampir Wind Corridor, one of Asia’s largest wind belts.
• It lies between Karachi and Hyderabad.
• This area has strong and consistent winds ideal for power generation.
• Many wind power projects are installed here.

Last verified on 26-04-2026

Explanation

• Pakistan inaugurated a solar energy project (solar wall) on May 02, 2019 at UET Lahore.
• It has a capacity of generating 410 kilowatts of electricity.
• The project promotes renewable and clean energy in universities.
• It was installed at a major engineering university in Punjab.

Last verified on 21-04-2026

Explanation

• Quaid-e-Azam Solar Park is located in Bahawalpur.
• It is in the desert area of Lal Sohanra, Cholistan.
• It is the largest solar power plant in Pakistan.
• The park was built in May 2015.
• Installed capacity is 400–600 MW, generating clean energy.
• Total cost of construction was $121 million.

Last verified on 02-04-2026

Explanation

• In Pakistan, the largest share of electricity generation comes from Thermal Energy.
• Thermal power plants generate electricity using coal, oil, and natural gas.

Additional information:

• One of the largest thermal power plants is Kot Addu Power Company (KAPCO) in Kot Addu, Punjab.
• Capacity: Approximately 1600 MW, making it one of Pakistan’s major electricity-producing plants.

Last verified on 09-03-2026