PUBLISHED
June 16, 2024
KARACHI:
In Pakistan’s initial foray into solar energy, the idea of installing solar panels in residential houses was far-fetched and most of the consumption was in industrial areas. Over the recent years, much has changed, and currently, with the electricity price hike even the middle class households are forced to consider shifting to solar energy so that they may save a few thousand rupees every month to manage their budget amid rising inflation in the country.
However, the recent change of government policies have left consumers in limbo where they are unsure about the increased taxes or new taxes or any other additional expenses they can face in coming years.
“I have been thinking to shift on solar energy for three, four years now. As the cost is quite high, I have been budgeting for it,” shared Muhammad Azeem who lives in a 120-sq yards house with a family of six people. “We have six…
