US pledges $5 million to support Pakistan's renewable energy push by 2030

The United States is assisting Pakistan in achieving its ambitious target of meeting 60% of its energy needs through renewable sources by 2030, according to US Ambassador Donald Blome.

Speaking at an event hosted by the Pakistan Institute of Parliamentary Services (PIPS), Blome shared that “the United States has provided $5 billion to the Green Climate Fund to help Pakistan meet its energy needs in a sustainable manner."

During the event, titled "Recharge Pakistan," Blome highlighted the importance of the initiative aimed at improving flood resilience and water security in some of Pakistan's most vulnerable areas.

He noted, “Recharge Pakistan demonstrates our enduring commitment to building a brighter, more prosperous future for the Pakistani people.”

He further elaborated on the technical aspects of the project, stating, “Recharge Pakistan’s network of green infrastructure projects will rehabilitate floodwater channels, reforest wetlands, and restore the soil’s ability to absorb and store water underground.”

Blome also mentioned the broader partnership between the two countries, with the US having pledged an additional $5 million for the Recharge Pakistan initiative, which will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 52,900 tons of carbon dioxide.

He said the project would benefit Pakistani families, businesses, and farms by improving water access and flood protection.

“By coming together, we can help communities adapt, mitigate, and even reverse some of the worst impacts of climate change,” Blome said.

Blome also met with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to discuss regional cooperation, Afghan refugee protection, counterterrorism efforts, and economic collaboration.

He reiterated that the US-Pakistan collaboration on water management has a long history, dating back to the 1960s.

“Our work together on renewable energy and water management provides Pakistan with more than 95% of its water storage capacity and clean energy solutions,” he remarked.