Net metering: IESCO gives over 100 connections

Separate cell has been set up to facilitate consumers

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has granted over 100 net-metering connections of different tariffs to the customers so far.

Official sources said that net metering is a revolutionary step by the present government and the federal minister for Power Division is also actively pursuing the policy to promote it across all power distribution companies (DISCOs).

They said a separate cell has also been set up in every circle to facilitate consumers to get net-metering connections. It would also help minimise their bills by getting credit for the electricity sold, they added. “It is our responsibility to deliver the net-metering message and its benefits to our valued customers.” Sources said that by getting net-metering facility, the customers not only produce their own electricity but can also sell additional electricity to the distribution company.

They said Pakistan has become the first parliament in the world, which availed this facility. Approved vender list has also been uploaded on IESCO website.

They said all mediums of advertisement should be utilised for campaign of net metering to get fast and fruitful response of general public.

Published in The Express Tribune, April 3^rd, 2018.

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