Distribution companies (DISCOs) have notably increased their electricity procurement from net metering consumers in recent months.
Official documents reviewed by ProPakistani reveal that a total of 573.7 million units were purchased over the past four months. This surge has occurred despite discussions about reducing net metering tariffs and has directly contributed to lower monthly Fuel Charge Adjustments (FCA) for all electricity consumers.
Electricity generated by net metering consumers carries virtually zero fuel cost, and this cost-free contribution has been accounted for in the latest FCA calculations issued by NEPRA. Authorities highlighted that the growing share of net metering units has eased overall fuel expenses for power distribution companies, resulting in relief for various consumer segments.
Monthly Procurement Overview:
- July: 115.095 million units
- August: 111.4 million units
- September: 142.6 million units
- October: Highest recorded procurement among the four months
DISCO-wise Purchase Details:
- MEPCO: 157.764 million units
- IESCO: 139.7 million units
- LESCO: 134.255 million units
- GEPCO: 57.6 million units
- FESCO: 46.5 million units
- PESCO: 26 million units
- HESCO: 37 million units, plus an additional 39 million units under HESCO’s net metering inflow
- SEPCO: 16.5 million units
- QESCO: 17.4 million units
- TESCO: 590,000 units
Officials emphasized that the increasing contribution of solar-based net metering is becoming a key factor in stabilizing monthly fuel costs, even as discussions continue regarding potential adjustments to net metering tariffs.
