Ashraf Visits PSO’s Biodiesel Project
(The News) Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has taken an initiative towards alternative fuels by launching a pilot project for production of bio-diesel. For this purpose, the PSO has developed Jatropha Model Farm at Marshalling Yard, Pipri, Karachi.
Federal Minister for Water and Power Raja Pervez Ashraf, visited the PSO’s bio-diesel nursery on Monday, said a press release issued. During his visit, PSO Managing Director Irfan K Qureshi briefed him on the progress of this project and the roadmap for further development. The minister was informed that the PSO has selected non-edible plants like Jatropha Curas for the production of bio-diesel.
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Ashraf said that challenges being faced by Pakistan in the energy sector are also hampering the country’s economy. He exhorted the need for developing a local base of alternative energy sources on fast-track basis. READ MORE