Pakistan’s Power Division is planning a new Multi-Tariff mechanism to improve industrial efficiency. The system will allow industries to choose time-based pricing, reflecting actual electricity costs during different hours.
The proposed tariff includes fixed charges based on Maximum Demand Indicators (MDI), which encourage industries to manage peak loads, and variable energy charges that are aligned with real energy costs. This approach aims to reduce peak demand and make energy use more cost-effective.
The plan is expected to help industries schedule operations during off-peak periods, lower overall energy costs, and improve system reliability. Stakeholder consultations with industrial bodies and trade chambers will refine the mechanism. The first online consultative conference is scheduled for March 26.
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