Natural gas is the most used source for electricity production in Pakistan. In 2023, about 34 percent of total electricity generation was derived from this source. Hydropower followed closely to make up the second-largest share, accounting for almost 24 percent of power production that year.
Distribution of electricity generation in Pakistan in 2023, by source
Solar includes both solar thermal and solar photovoltaic generation. Bioenergy includes generation from combustible renewables and may include waste generation (renewable and non-renewable). Other fossil includes oil and petroleum products generation, as well as manufactured gases.
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