1. Feeder-Based Load‑Shedding Scheme PESCO divides feeders by electricity loss levels and applies different outage durations accordingly: < 20% loss → ~2 hrs/day 20–30% → ~6 hrs 30–40% → ~7 hrs 40–60% → ~12 hrs 60–80% → ~16 hrs > 80% → ~20 hrs Urban areas typically endure 4–6 hrs/day, while suburban/rural zones may face up to 16 hrs or more due to higher losses….
Electricity arrangements by distribution company PESCO (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa & FATA) Eid‑ul‑Azha 2025: PESCO officially promised no load shedding on Eid day between 7 AM–9 PM, with a two-hour relief on the evening before Eid (6 PM–12 AM). A dedicated control room and 24/7 staff monitoring were set up. But some areas (especially non-cantonment/residential) still experienced outages despite the pledge,…
1. Switch to LED lighting LED bulbs use up to 80–90% less energy than incandescent or CFL bulbs and last significantly longer. A simple swap can lead to noticeable savings on your bill. 2. Eliminate “vampire” or phantom power Many devices continue consuming electricity even when turned off. Examples include TVs, chargers, microwaves, and set-top boxes. Unplug…