September 07, 2008

US to transfer cheap electricity technology to Pakistan- Report

Mr Bryan D Hunt principal officer of US consulate, in a recent meeting with Mr Muhammad Ali Mian president of Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry, said that US is all set to transfer technology to Pakistan that could help to generate cheaper electricity through use of hydel, coal and windmill methods instead of going for producing expensive electricity through nuclear technology.

He said that US could help Pakistan to produce cheaper electricity through coal and his country is ready to help Pakistan for construction of water reservoirs.

He added that US has already given USD 500 million aid to Pakistan and would extend further support, especially for education and health sectors.