World Bank urges for improvement in energy efficiency across Pakistan's key industrial sectors
The World Bank has called for urgent improvements in energy efficiency
across Pakistan’s key industrial sectors—cement, textile, steel, fertilizer,
and paper—to reduce energy costs and align with national climate goals.
In its latest report, “Pakistan Energy Efficiency: Industrial Energy Efficiency and
Decarbonisation (EE&D),” the World Bank outlines a roadmap to curb
energy waste and emissions in five of the country’s largest industries. The
study, conducted from mid-2022 to 2023, reveals that while some firms have
adopted energy-saving technologies, others continue to struggle with unclear
policies, limited financing, and a lack of technical expertise.
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The report also notes that misconceptions
persist, with some businesses believing energy efficiency raises production
costs—particularly when terms like “decarbonisation” are used instead of
“energy savings.”
Key Sector Findings:
·
Textile: Dyeing and finishing are the most energy-intensive
stages. Fuel switching, electrification, and modern technology could reduce
energy use by 50–60% and emissions by up to 13%.
·
Cement: Many plants have installed waste heat recovery
systems. Further upgrades could cut emissions by 3–35% and energy consumption
by 6–20%.
·
Fertilizer: Heavy reliance on subsidized natural gas
discourages investment in efficiency measures, the report warns.
·
Steel: Scrap-fed electric induction furnaces are already
relatively efficient but could achieve an additional 5–12% reduction in
emissions.
·
Paper & Pulp: With the sector growing over 7%
annually, advanced technologies could significantly curb energy use.
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The World Bank emphasizes that improving
energy efficiency presents a critical opportunity for Pakistan to boost industrial
productivity, lower emissions, and reduce energy costs—provided financial and
policy hurdles are effectively addressed.
Source: Techjuice