Key Takeaways
- Thar coal power plants generated 16,446.521 GWh of electricity in FY2025-26.
- Six power projects with a combined capacity of 3,960 MW used Thar coal.
- 13.83 million tonnes of indigenous coal were consumed.
Power plants in Pakistan generated 16,446.521 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of electricity from Thar coal during the fiscal year 2025-26, according to official documents.
The six listed power projects, which have a combined installed capacity of 3,960 megawatts (MW), utilized Thar coal either fully or in combination with imported coal.
The consumption of indigenous coal reached 13.83 million tonnes, highlighting the significant role of Thar coal in the country’s energy sector.
This development underscores the government's efforts to harness the potential of Thar coal, a resource that has been underutilized for years.
The use of Thar coal not only boosts local energy production but also reduces reliance on imported coal, which can be expensive and subject to global market fluctuations.
The success of these projects is seen as a step towards achieving the country’s energy security goals and reducing carbon emissions through the use of domestic resources.
However, challenges remain, including the need for further investment in infrastructure and technology to maximize the potential of Thar coal.
Experts suggest that continued support and innovation are necessary to ensure the sustainable and efficient use of this resource.
