Energy Efficiency and Conservation have become critical global priorities, especially in light of the 2015 Paris Agreement, which has elevated climate change to a primary concern, notably for the developing world. Pakistan, vulnerable to extreme climate events, recognizes the urgent need to reduce fossil fuel consumption and adopt a net-zero emissions strategy for a sustainable future. The National Energy Efficiency & Conservation Authority (NEECA) plays a key role in this effort, focusing on promoting energy efficiency across five sectors such as transport, buildings, agriculture, industry, and power, with provincial agencies supporting implementation at the local level.

To achieve these goals, NEECA has developed a strategic plan for 2020-2023, engaging stakeholders from industries, associations, and the private sector to enforce energy standards and labelling regimes, including minimum energy performance standards (MEPS). The authority aims to lower Pakistan’s energy intensity by reducing primary energy consumption by at least 3 million tons of oil equivalent over the next three years, particularly targeting industry, domestic, and transport sectors. NEECA is committed to demand-side management, fostering international collaborations for funding, and raising awareness through targeted campaigns to improve energy practices nationwide