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Karachi's Power Grid Gets a $2 Billion Boost: K-Electric Unveils Ambitious Investment Plan

Karachi, Pakistan - The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved K-Electric's (KE) plan to invest a whopping $2 billion in its Transmission and Distribution (T&D) infrastructure by 2030. This ambitious move aims to tackle Karachi's growing energy demands, reduce power losses, and bolster the city's overall grid resilience.

"This investment is a game-changer for Karachi's future," declared Moonis Alvi, CEO of K-Electric. "By strategically targeting upgrades and embracing cutting-edge technology, we're ensuring a more reliable, efficient, and transparent power supply for our customers."

The plan prioritizes five key areas:

• Growth: Expanding the grid to accommodate new customers and cater to the city's booming development.
• Loss Reduction: Tackling energy theft and inefficiencies to deliver a larger share of generated power to consumers.
• Network Rehabilitation: Modernizing aging infrastructure to minimize outages and improve overall network health.
• Maintenance: Implementing a proactive maintenance strategy to prevent future problems and ensure smooth operations.
• Safety: Enhancing safety measures across the entire T&D network.

Digital transformation is a cornerstone of the plan. K-Electric will be deploying Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), Distribution Management Systems, and Meter Data Management Systems to streamline internal processes and increase transparency.

On the transmission front, the investment will see the addition of new grids and lines, strengthening the network's reliability and enabling the integration of more renewable energy from the national grid.

This investment plan aligns perfectly with K-Electric's Power Acquisition Program, which aims for a 30% share of renewables in its energy mix by 2030. The company has already secured regulatory approval for 640 MW of renewable energy projects, taking a significant step towards achieving their clean energy goals.

While K-Electric celebrates NEPRA's approval, they emphasize the importance of sustainable and cost-reflective tariffs for the timely execution of this ambitious plan. This ensures a win-win situation for both the company and its customers, paving the way for a brighter and more sustainable energy future for Karachi.