The Pakistan Electric Vehicles (EV) held a conference on December 21, 2024, at Avari Towers, Karachi, which brought together experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to chart out the future of EVs in Pakistan.
Organized by the Climate Action Centre (CAC) and Pakistan EV Oversight, the conference emphasized the need for affordable EVs, local manufacturing, and robust policy support.
Experts highlighted the urgency of transitioning to EVs to combat rising pollution and urban air quality issues.
Concerns about over-reliance on imports and the need for public-private partnerships were also raised.
The conference underscored the necessity of unified action to phase out fossil fuels, unlock climate financing, and align policies with sustainable transportation goals, setting the stage for the next phase in Lahore in February 2025
Panel discussions addressed the financing challenges, industrial innovation, and the upcoming New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025. Concerns about over-reliance on imports and the need for public-private partnerships were also raised.
The conference underscored the necessity of unified action to phase out fossil fuels, unlock climate financing, and align policies with sustainable transportation goals, setting the stage for the next phase in Lahore in February 2025.