Historic Moment for Pakistan’s Energy Sector - 884MW Suki Kinari Hydropower Project (SKHPP)
Today, August 12, 2024, marks a monumental milestone as the first unit of the Suki Kinari Hydropower Project (SKHPP)—the largest CPEC hydropower project—officially connects to the grid for power generation!
This journey has been one of dedication and perseverance:
• May 25: The first unit successfully completed its dry commissioning test.
• June 16: Wet testing was completed.
• July 1: All electrical tests were finalized, paving the way for grid connection.
Once fully operational, SKHPP is set to generate a staggering 3.212 billion kWh of electricity annually, saving approximately 1.28 million tons of standard coal and reducing CO2 emissions by about 3.2 million tons each year. This project will provide clean, affordable electricity to over 1 million Pakistani households, fueling the nation’s growth and sustainability.
During its peak construction phase, the SKHPP created 6,600 jobs, significantly boosting local social and economic development.
Today, we celebrate not just a technical achievement but a leap forward in Pakistan’s journey toward a sustainable energy future.