Pakistan to Partner with EU for Wind Turbine Recycling and Renewable Energy Transition
Pakistan aims to enhance its renewable energy capacity and reduce reliance on fossil fuels by adopting a circular economy model. The Government of Pakistan plans to collaborate with the European Union to import and recycle decommissioned wind turbines, which will help recover valuable materials like copper, steel, and aluminum. By shifting towards renewable energy sources, Pakistan seeks to phase out fossil fuels and tackle climate change, with particular emphasis on increasing solar and wind energy production.

Pakistan is looking to partner with the European Union to enhance renewable energy capacity and reduce fossil fuel reliance. The government plans to import decommissioned wind turbines to recycle materials such as copper, steel, and aluminum, thus adopting a circular economy model.
In fiscal year 2025, Pakistan generated 46.3% of its electricity from thermal sources. A significant shift towards solar and wind technologies is necessary to phase out fossil fuels. The country spent over USD 16.8 billion on petroleum imports during FY 2024-2025, emphasizing the need for renewable energy to mitigate costs and combat climate change. Recycling copper, crucial for clean energy technologies, will play a key role in this transition.




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