The Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) is responsible for the distribution and supply of electricity in Peshawar and other surrounding areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. In its efforts to improve the quality and reliability of the electricity supply in its jurisdiction, PESCO has collaborated with several other organizations to implement various initiatives and projects. This article will discuss some of these collaborations and their impact on the electricity supply in Peshawar.
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Collaboration with USAID
One of PESCO’s notable collaborations has been with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). In 2014, PESCO and USAID signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the Energy Policy Program (EPP) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The program aimed to promote energy conservation and efficiency, improve the reliability of the electricity supply, and develop renewable energy sources.
Under the collaboration, PESCO and USAID implemented several initiatives, including the installation of smart meters, the establishment of an energy conservation cell, and the development of an energy efficiency and conservation plan. These initiatives have helped to reduce energy losses and improve the quality and reliability of the electricity supply in Peshawar.
Collaboration with AFD
PESCO has also collaborated with the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) to improve the electricity supply in Peshawar. In 2015, PESCO and AFD signed an MOU to collaborate on the Power Distribution Enhancement Project in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The project aimed to upgrade the electricity distribution system, reduce technical losses, and improve the billing and collection system.
Under the collaboration, PESCO and AFD implemented several initiatives, including the installation of new transformers and distribution lines, the replacement of old and faulty meters, and the development of a Geographic Information System (GIS) for the electricity distribution system. These initiatives have helped to improve the efficiency and reliability of the electricity supply in Peshawar.
Collaboration with JICA
PESCO has also collaborated with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to improve the electricity supply in Peshawar. In 2017, PESCO and JICA signed an MOU to collaborate on the Energy Sector Improvement Project in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The project aimed to improve the electricity distribution system, reduce technical and non-technical losses, and develop renewable energy sources.
Under the collaboration, PESCO and JICA implemented several initiatives, including the installation of new transformers, the replacement of old and faulty meters, the development of a distribution automation system, and the establishment of a training center for the PESCO workforce. These initiatives have helped to improve the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of the electricity supply in Peshawar.
Conclusion
PESCO’s collaborations with USAID, AFD, JICA, and other organizations have played a crucial role in improving the quality and reliability of the electricity supply in Peshawar. The initiatives implemented under these collaborations, including the installation of smart meters, the upgrade of the distribution system, and the development of renewable energy sources, have helped to reduce energy losses, improve the efficiency of the system, and promote energy conservation and sustainability.
PESCO’s collaborations with these organizations demonstrate the importance of partnerships and collaboration in the power sector. By working together, PESCO and other organizations can leverage their strengths and resources to achieve their common goal of improving the electricity supply in Peshawar and other areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
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