Pakistan Avoids LNG Shocks Due to Iranian Bombing With Solar Panels - CleanTechnica

The article highlights how Pakistan has managed to avoid severe disruptions in its electricity supply amid regional LNG (liquefied natural gas) shocks caused by geopolitical tensions around Iran. While many countries dependent on LNG imports—such as Japan, South Korea, and Bangladesh—face rising prices and supply insecurity due to halted shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, Pakistan's situation is notably different. This resilience is attributed not to new gas discoveries or pipelines but to a rapid and large-scale expansion of solar power capacity. Over 2024 and 2025, Pakistan installed approximately 32 GW of solar capacity, mostly distributed across rooftops of factories, commercial buildings, and homes, which now generates energy equivalent to over one-third of the country's annual electricity demand. This solar surge has significantly altered Pakistan’s electricity demand profile, especially during daylight hours when solar output peaks. The widespread adoption of rooftop solar systems by businesses, driven by high grid electricity costs ($0.13–$0.16 per kWh) and