Coal Dependency and Its Environmental Impact in Pakistan
Coal Dependency and Its Environmental Impact in Pakistan 1. Introduction: Pakistan's growing reliance on coal for energy production presents a significant challenge to its climate vulnerability. With projects like the Thar Coalfield and the Sahiwal coal plant, the country is at a crossroads between meeting its energy demands and staying aligned with global climate goals. This post explores the drivers behind Pakistan's coal dependency , its environmental consequences, and potential solutions . 2. Coal consumption and Renewable Energy Growth in Pakistan: Coal is a major energy source in Pakistan, but the country is also growing its renewable energy capacity: v Coal consumption : Coal is Pakistan's third-largest energy source, accounting for 14% of the country's total energy supply in 2022. The majority of Pakistan's coal is lignite, which has a higher moisture content. The country has 186 billion tons of coal reserves, with the majority located i...