Overview of Energy Portfolio in Pakistan

Sustainable and affordable energy supply has strong correlation with the socioeconomic activities of developing countries. Pakistan is an energy deficient country with a shortfall within power output of around 6500MW in the form of load shedding. This paper aims to provide an overview of current energy mix, key dimensions, gap between supply and demand and potential of energy sources to meet the future demand in Pakistan. Except for the nonrenewable energy, Pakistan has a renewable energy potential of 2,900,000MW for solar, 346000 MW for wind 3000MW for biogas, 2000 for small hydropower and 1000MW for waste-to-energy, with its share in total present energy scenario being less than 1%. It is suggested to manage existing resources and infrastructures, optimize the energy planning, and enhance the partnership with private sectors and international agencies. Local policy makers and planners should also give priority to the renewable energy to increase its share in the total energy mix and promote the sustainable energy profile of Pakistan