ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced a major green initiative aimed at transforming Islamabad into a clean-energy city by installing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at all fuel stations and key public locations by the year 2030.
This step is part of Pakistan’s long-term strategy to reduce emissions, promote electric mobility, and support sustainable urban development.
The announcement was made during the fifth meeting of the Steering Committee on the Electric Vehicle Policy, chaired by Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan.
Officials from key ministries, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), and the Capital Development Authority (CDA) participated in the session.
EV Policy 2025–30 Gains Momentum
The meeting reviewed the progress of the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30 and praised Islamabad for taking the lead in reducing vehicular emissions.
According to projections discussed, approximately 2.2 million EV motorcycles and cars are expected to be on Pakistani roads within five years.
To support this growth, more than 3,000 EV charging stations will be installed nationwide by the end of 2025.
This widespread infrastructure will be key to increasing EV adoption and reducing dependency on imported fuels.
Subsidies, Standards, and Sustainability
The session also discussed a range of support measures including vehicle subsidies, battery testing under local climate conditions, and emission control regulations.
Haroon Akhtar Khan emphasized that the environmental impact of EV deployment will be evaluated using international benchmarks.
He also revealed that Pakistan is exploring opportunities to benefit from global carbon credit markets by reducing its carbon footprint through this initiative.
This strategic shift toward electrified transport marks a significant milestone in Pakistan’s transition to a low-emission economy and greener urban future.
