Karachi: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has announced a major initiative to distribute solar panels to approximately 200,000 households across the province.
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During a news conference in Karachi, CM Shah detailed the Solar Energy Project, which aims to provide these solar panels to residential units. This initiative is designed to help households deal with the ongoing electricity shortage and the rising cost of electricity bills. The project, launched in collaboration with the World Bank, represents a significant move towards adopting clean and green energy solutions. Murad Ali Shah also revealed that, as part of this flagship project, all government buildings and properties will switch to solar power. This transition is expected to not only reduce expenses but also significantly cut carbon emissions.
The Solar Energy Project is a key component of the provincial government’s strategy to embrace sustainable energy and address the pressing energy needs of its residents.