Enhancing electricity distribution efficiency in Pakistan
A framework for progress and action
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12245368 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Fahad Abdullah (0000-0003-0826-8880, Institute of Business Management, corresponding author), Muhammad Arsalan Aqeeq (University of Newcastle Australia), Rizwan Iqbal (0000-0003-1468-8128, Bahria University), Maria Abdullah, Maria Chong Abdullah (Dawood University of Engineering and Technology), Falak Shad Memon (0000-0002-4821-4169, Institute of Business Management) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 88 |
| Pages | 101746-101746 |
| Publication date | 2024-03-27 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Utilities Policy (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0957-1787 • E-ISSN: 1878-4356 |
| Publisher | Elsevier BV (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.jup.2024.101746 |
| OpenAlex | W4393216246 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 51 |
Pakistan's power distribution utilities (DISCOs) face significant challenges, including outdated infrastructure, theft, and financial constraints, leading to inefficiencies and higher costs. A new framework proposes a strategy for operational enhancement and sector reforms, focusing on modernizing management, increasing capacity, improving network reliability, and implementing advanced metering and automated solutions. It aims to bolster transactional accuracy, safety, and inventory management, recalibrate subsidies, and ensure rigorous IT oversight for loss reduction and maintenance optimization. The framework promotes sustained investment and professional development, striving for financial stability and accountability while empowering DISCOs with the autonomy to maintain efficiency and engage consumers more effectively
Action (physics · Business · Distribution (mathematics · Economics · Electric power distribution · Electrical engineering · Electricity · Environmental economics · Industrial organization · Microeconomics · Physics · Voltage · Electricity Theft Detection Techniques · Energy and Environment Impacts · Energy Efficiency and Management · Engineering · Mathematics
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| Unique citing works | 1 |
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| Citations per year | 1 |
| Citation span | 2026 - 2026 (1) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 1 |