The government’s lack of action on establishing a new tariff for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations is harming both consumers and companies looking to invest in charging infrastructure.

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) and the National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (NEECA) have yet to reach a consensus on the tariff, leading to frustration among stakeholders.

Attock Petroleum Limited highlighted this issue in a letter to NEECA, referencing discussions from a recent meeting aimed at selecting locations for EV charging stations across major routes and cities in Pakistan.

The company noted it has already set up Pakistan’s first EV charging station, which has been operational since July 2020.

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Despite their commitment to promoting EV infrastructure, local electricity provider Iesco has resisted requests to implement a specific tariff for EV charging stations, citing the absence of a comprehensive policy.

Attock Petroleum has urged NEECA to establish clear guidelines to facilitate the rollout of EV charging stations, emphasizing the need for a supportive regulatory framework to encourage investment in this growing sector.