Federal Energy Minister Omar Ayub Khan said on Wednesday that the government is taking measures to control pollution and that 24 electric vehicle charging points will soon be established in the country.
He said the government is taking several energy development initiatives.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of Pakistan State Oil's first electric charging station (PSO) on Wednesday, the minister said this was an important step towards a cleaner and more environmentally friendly Pakistan.
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On this occasion, Prime Minister's special oil assistant Nadeem Babar said the inauguration of a charging station in Islamabad will help promote electric vehicles as future transportation in the country.
The special assistant said the electric vehicles will also support the Prime Minister's campaign for a clean and green Pakistan.
Syed Muhammad Taha, CEO of PSO, shares his opinion. "This is another step in PSO's continued efforts to protect the environment. Under the leadership and support of the government, we will continue to drive the future of electric mobility in Pakistan by installing more electric vehicle chargers on different highways and in cities in the entire country. "
He said the PSO is investing in cleaner energy solutions to reduce its carbon footprint and create a better environment for future generations. "While pursuing the revolution in renewable energy, our next step is to introduce standard Euro 5 fuels to PSO stores," he said.
