⚡ Gross Metering vs Net Metering in Pakistan: What’s Best for Your Solar Investment in 2025?

🌍 The Renewable Energy Revolution in Pakistan

With electricity prices soaring and power outages becoming frequent, cheap solar panels in Pakistan have emerged as an efficient solution. Net metering has empowered over 56,000 users as of June 2023, contributing over 482 GWh of clean, safe solar energy — a 220% year-on-year growth.

⚙️ Understanding Solar Metering Systems in Pakistan

• Net Metering: Best for homeowners. Sell excess solar power to the grid at Rs. 19.32/kWh. Get cheaper bills, energy independence, and fast ROI.
• Gross Metering: Sell all power, buy all usage. Longer payback, not ideal for small setups. Better for commercial solar plants.
• Net Billing: Like net metering, but credits for exported power are lower. Less rewarding for individuals.

🔋 Off-Grid Solar & Battery Systems: The Rise of Safe Zones

As policy uncertainty grows, many households are installing battery-backed off-grid solar setups. These offer full independence and are increasingly affordable with solar panel prices in Pakistan dropping to Rs. 27/watt. Ideal for remote or underserved safe zones.

📉 Policy Risks & Investor Concerns

A shift to gross metering could disincentivize efficient solar adoption. Without robust support and incentive policies, private solar investment in Pakistan may decline — pushing users off-grid and slowing our journey to a 60% renewable mix.