09/05/2026
Alison Energy's initiatives in Gilgit-Baltistan focus on harnessing green energy to mitigate climate change impacts, such as glacier melting and flooding.
Renewable Energy Sources Gilgit-Baltistan has immense potential for renewable energy, particularly solar, wind, and hydro power. Hybrid energy systems combining these sources can provide clean energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions.
- Carbon Emissions Reduction*: Studies suggest that adopting hybrid renewable energy systems in Gilgit-Baltistan can reduce carbon emissions by 5.6% compared to traditional fossil fuel-based energy systems.
- Glacier Preservation*: By reducing carbon emissions, green energy can help slow down glacier melting, preserving these natural wonders and preventing glacier lake outburst floods (GLOFs).
- *Sustainable Development*: Green energy initiatives can promote sustainable development in Gilgit-Baltistan, increasing energy access and supporting local communities while minimizing environmental degradation.
Some notable initiatives in the region include
- Energy Plus Project A European Union-funded project led by the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) and other AKDN agencies, aiming to foster a climate-resilient, low-carbon economy in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. The project focuses on renewable energy transition, natural resource management, and sustainable development.
- *Micro-Hydropower Plants*: The Energy Plus Project plans to generate 1.8 MW of electricity through new micro-hydropower plants and rehabilitate four flood-damaged plants, benefiting 2,000 off-grid households.
- *Tree Plantation*: The Aga Khan Foundation has planted millions of trees in the region, including in Gilgit-Baltistan, as part of its efforts to promote environmental sustainability and mitigate climate change impacts.
