Pakistan’s climate-related losses could rise to 6 percent of GDP by 2050 if urgent action is not taken, according to a new study by the Competition Commission of Pakistan, which warned that the country remains among the world’s most climate-vulnerable economies.
The report, titled Unlocking Green Potential: A Market Competition Study of Solar Energy in Pakistan, said intensifying floods, heat waves, and water scarcity could significantly damage long-term economic growth unless Pakistan accelerates its shift toward clean energy, particularly solar power.
According to the study, solar energy currently contributes only around 2 percent of total electricity generation, despite Pakistan’s vast solar potential and abundant sunlight in regions such as Balochistan and Sindh. The report described this as a major mismatch between potential and actual use.
The CCP said solar energy offers one of the most viable pathways to reduce environmental risks while supporting sustainable economic growth. It added that scaling up solar deployment is now essential to lower emissions, cut electricity costs, and improve energy security.
The report also highlighted significant untapped potential in rural and agricultural areas, where solar solutions could reduce reliance on inefficient energy sources, improve farm productivity, and provide reliable electricity to underserved communities.
However, the study warned that weak transmission and distribution infrastructure, policy uncertainty, and financial constraints continue to slow large-scale adoption. Without a coherent policy framework and stronger market mechanisms, Pakistan risks missing a critical opportunity to strengthen climate resilience.
No use crying over spilled milk
Highest taxes on solar
Highest taxes on evs and hybrids
And still crying about climate ? Lol