Pakistan cement plants and homes adopt solar power to compete
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In the Chakwal region of Pakistan, Bestway Cement is installing solar panels on its property, including areas with orchards, as a way to reduce costs and stay competitive.
The company currently has 26 megawatts of solar capacity operating at its plant and plans to add 6.34 more. Solar power now provides over one-quarter of the electricity for the cement factory, which produces more than 3.3 million tons of cement annually.
This move by Bestway Cement reflects a larger trend in Pakistan and around the world. Falling prices for solar hardware, largely due to components from China, are making self-generated electricity increasingly appealing to both businesses and homeowners. Global small-scale solar capacity reached nearly 1.2 terawatts by the end of 2025, exceeding the total capacity of the world’s nuclear power plants.
Abdul Waheed, general manager at Bestway Cement, stated that adopting solar energy “is the only way we can compete,” noting that other companies in the industry are also making similar investments. Resources like EnergySage can help consumers find affordable solar installations and access incentives, potentially saving up to $10,000 on purchases. Batteries can also store solar energy for use when sunlight is unavailable, further reducing reliance on traditional power grids.
