Pakistan, May 30 -- Pakistan has joined hands with Princeton University to build a long-term energy roadmap for a cleaner and cheaper energy future. The project was launched through a two-day workshop in Lahore. The Centre for Economic Research in Pakistan (CERP) is leading the effort with Princeton's energy experts. The goal is to help Pakistan reduce its heavy dependence on expensive imported fuels. Around 60% of Pakistan's energy currently comes from fossil fuels, which is costly and pollutes the environment.

The new roadmap will focus on fixing key problems in the energy sector. These include outdated systems, poor planning, and frequent power shortages. Pakistan also faces a growing circular debt crisis in the power sector. The road...