Nehal calls for greater investment in wind energy

KARACHI: Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi on Monday highlighted the importance of renewable energy and environmental sustainability on Global Wind Day, saying that wind power was playing an increasingly significant role in addressing the country’s energy challenges and promoting sustainable economic growth.

In his message, the governor said that Global Wind Day serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility to protect the environment and accelerate the transition toward clean and sustainable sources of energy.

He noted that electricity generated through wind power was helping Pakistan reduce dependence on conventional energy sources while contributing to efforts aimed at overcoming the country’s energy shortages.

He emphasised the strategic importance of Jhimpir in Sindh, describing it as Pakistan’s largest wind corridor and a key hub for renewable energy development. He said the Jhimpir Wind Corridor has emerged as a major contributor to the promotion of clean energy in the country and continues to attract investment in the renewable energy sector.

The governor said wind energy projects not only support environmental protection but create employment opportunities, stimulate economic activity, and contribute to local development in surrounding communities.

He urged all stakeholders, including the public and private sectors, to support initiatives aimed at increasing the share of renewable energy in Pakistan’s energy mix, stressing that sustainable energy solutions are essential for ensuring long-term economic stability and environmental preservation.

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