Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted Pakistan’s growing solar energy adoption at the COP31 climate summit in Türkiye, revealing that the country had added nearly 22 gigawatts of rooftop solar capacity in just two years. Describing it as a revolution driven by ordinary citizens, he said Pakistan was making significant progress towards affordable and cleaner energy.
Addressing world leaders, the prime minister reaffirmed support for the global 35-by-35 electrification target and highlighted Pakistan’s renewable energy initiatives, electric vehicle policy and nuclear power expansion. He also stressed the need for international financial assistance, estimating that Pakistan requires $138 billion by 2035 for low-carbon electricity and another $50 billion to replace coal with solar energy.
PM Shehbaz urged developed nations to provide affordable technology and accessible climate financing to help developing countries accelerate their clean energy transition and strengthen climate resilience.
