MEPCO: Powering Multan's

Electric Future
Welcome to our presentation on MEPCO, the power utility serving
the city of Multan, Pakistan. We will explore their operations and
commitment to providing reliable and sustainable electricity to the
region.
Company Overview
Established in 1998 Dedicated Team

MEPCO has been a leader in . Our dedicated team of

manufacturing for over 26 years. professionals is committed to
Our commitment to quality and exceeding expectations. We strive
innovation has driven our success. to create a positive work
environment that fosters
innovation and collaboration.
COMPANY DISTRIBUTION
MEPCO’S POWER TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION NETWORK
MEPCO is the one of largest distribution company having more
than 7.9 million consumers and 105,505 square kilometers area
covering 13 districts of whole South Punjab. Our consumer
density per Square kilometer is 75 Persons/KM. MEPCO is
making efforts through implementation of approved
improvements plans to reduce T&D loss and save energy. By
completion of various addition augmentation of power
Transformers at various existing STG system of MEPCO. The total
estimated cost incurred on these projects is Rs. 2,195.613
million.
 ENERGY LOSS REDUCTION
MEPCO executes works amounting to Rs.4424 million during FY 2022-23
Under Energy Loss Reduction Program(ELR). This will help MEPCO
To reduce the energy loss and to provide continued supply of
Electricity to the consumers.

DEPOSIT WORKS
MEPCO execute deposit works amounting to Rs.1,076 million during FY
2022-23. These works are executed on the receipt of funds from Housing
Societies, NHA and other Private/Govt. consumers.
ENERGY LOSS
REDUCTION
MEPCO purchased 19,506 Mkwh during FY 2022-23 at a
total cost of Rs. 438,574 million (Rs.22.48 per kwh)
against 22,512 Mkwh at cost of Rs.406,935 million
(Rs.18.08 per Kwh) during FY 2021-22. This depicts
Increase in per unit cost @ Rs.4.40 mainly due to
increase per unit capacity & Energy charges during
F.Y.2022-23. The cost breakup for the FY 2022-23 in
comparison with FY 2021-22 is as given
Our Mission and Values
Environmental Community
Responsibility Engagement
We believe in minimizing We are committed to
our environmental giving back to the
footprint and promoting communities where we
sustainable practices operate, supporting local
throughout our operations. initiatives and creating
positive social impact.

Ethical Conduct
We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our business
dealings, ensuring transparency and accountability in
everything we do.
Consumer Density and
Distribution

75
Persons/KM
South Punjab's consumer density is 75 persons per kilometer.
Key Highlights

Grid Stations
MEPCO manages a complex transmission and distribution network of over 82,132 km
of lines, 786 grid stations, and 672 feeders.

DISTRIBUTION
MEPCO is the largest power distribution company in the country with customer base of
7,917,808 as on 30.06.2023, operating in 13 administrative districts of Southern Punjab
namely Multan, Muzaffargarh, Layyah, D.G.Khan, Rajanpur, Lodhran, Bahawalpur,
R.Y.Khan, Khanewal, Sahiwal, Pakpattan, Vehari and Bahawalnagar

Energy Drawl
MEPCO can deliver a maximum energy drawl of 4,426 MW, demonstrating our
capacity to meet peak demand.
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS 2022-
23
Consumer Category (% Share)
Category 2023 2022
Residential 89.27% 89.15%
Commercial 8.03% 8.12%
Industrial 1.34% 1.35%
Bulk Supply 0.77% 0.80%
Agriculture 0.58% 0.58%
Others 0.01% 0.01%
Sales Mix by Revenue (%)
Category
Category 2023
2023 2022
2022
Residential
Residential 53.46%
53.46% 54.42%
54.42%

Commercial
Commercial 17.90%
17.90% 18.04%
18.04%
Industrial
Industrial 17.49%
17.49% 17.54%
17.54%
Bulk
Bulk Supply
Supply 7.07%
7.07% 6.34%
6.34%

Agriculture
Agriculture 1.69%
1.69% 1.52%
1.52%

Others
Others 2.39%
2.39% 2.15%
2.15%
STATEMENT OF
FINANCIAL
POSITION
PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT 2022-23
MEPCO's Infrastructure:
Ensuring Reliable Power
Supply
1 Power Plants
MEPCO operates thermal power plants, including gas-fired
and coal-fired plants, to generate electricity.

2 Transmission Network
A robust transmission network carries electricity from
power plants to substations throughout the city.

3 Distribution System
MEPCO's distribution network distributes electricity from
substations to individual homes and businesses.
FUTURE OUTLOOK
During F.Y.2022-23 MEPCO sustained Operating Loss of
Rs.22,436 Million before taxation and Loss of Rs. 23,373
Million after taxation. For future, the Management is
optimistic and looking forward to achieve the 100%
recovery target and reduction in T&D Losses. The
Management is therefore geared up to face the
challenges of the sector having due regard to socio-
political environment of the region with support from
GoP and the Regulator. By virtue of new Tariff
Notification dated 26th July 2023, recovery of pending
Quarterly Adjustments and achieving better operational
efficiency, MEPCO management is anticipating profit in
next Financial Year i.e. 2023-24.
Renewable Energy Integration:
MEPCO's Sustainability Efforts

Solar Power
MEPCO has implemented solar power projects to generate clean and renewable energy.

Wind Power
MEPCO is exploring wind power projects to further diversify its energy portfolio.

Energy Efficiency
MEPCO promotes energy efficiency measures for both residential and commercial customers.
Sustainable Manufacturing Practices

Waste Reduction
We prioritize waste reduction through innovative processes, recycling programs, and
responsible material sourcing.

Energy Efficiency
We continually invest in energy-efficient technologies and processes to minimize our
energy consumption.

Water Conservation
We implement water-saving measures and technologies to reduce water usage and
protect our precious water resources.
Customer-Centric Approach: Empowering
Multan's Residents
Customer Service
MEPCO prioritizes excellent customer service, ensuring prompt and
1
responsive support.

Bill Payment
2
Multiple channels are provided for convenient and secure bill payment.

Online Portal
3 An online portal allows customers to access account
information, submit requests, and track services.
PROJECTS UPDATE
The main benefits achieved by MEPCO from the completion of STG projects
are as follows :
• By completion of 02-No. new 132KV Grid Stations, addition / augmentation
Power Transformers and construction of new Transmission Lines at various
existing STG system of MEPCO. The total estimated cost incurred on these
projects is Rs. 1615 Million.
• Low voltage problem of the area has been removed by construction of 02-
No. new 132KV Grid Stations Donga Bonga & Lodhran-II.
• Overloading of Power Transformers at 132KV Grid Stations Bosan Road
Multan & Sahiwal-III have been resolved by addition of Power Transformer
Bays.
• 01-No. 26 MVA Power Transformer has been augmented with existing 13
MVA Power Transformer at 132KV Grid Station Makhdoom Pur Pahoran. 132KV Grid Station Lodhran-II (Newly Constructed
• Conversion of ISO Bay into Line Bay at 02 x Grid Stations have been done
to remove the network system flexibility constraints pointed out by NPCC
Islamabad.
• 01 x Bus Bar work from single to twin bundled has been done to
strengthen the capacity of grid station.
• MEPCO constructed 132KV Transmission Lines on war footing basis having
length of 74.2 KM.

132KV Grid Station Lodhran-II (Newly Constructed)

 PROGRESS TOWARDS SUSTAINIBILITY ENVIRONMENT

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENT POLICY

MEPCO ensures that risks concerning health, safety and environment are mitigated properly to provide consumers friendly environment in its service
area. Following are the Environmental, Social and Governance Policies including Corporate Social Responsibility & Environment Protection Measures in
Environment & Social Safeguard Cell PMU MEPCO.

• To Follow NEPRA License Section/Article-12 and Pakistan Environment Protection Action, 1997, Punjab Environment Protection Act, 2012. IEE/EIA
is/are prepared for the purpose to assess the impacts which can arise during execution of projects. IEE/EIA is/are prepared to obtain Environmental
Approval/NOC from EPA, Punjab.
• Rapid Environment & Social appraisal to be carried by the Environment and Social staff at the time of site/route selection.
• Selection of environmentally sound and socially acceptable land site for grid station and line route for T/line.
• The Environment Management Plan (EMP) will be a part of contract and the contractor will be responsible for the implementation of Environmental
Management Plan.
• Contractor must comply with all applicable laws (Pakistan Environment Protection Act (PEPA – 1997), Labor Laws) of the country and pertinent
occupational health & safety regulations. Contractor will be responsible for the implementation of Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan
(EMMP) and Resettlement Plan (RP) as mentioned in Environment and Social Reports of the project.
• Contractor engage/hires an Environmental Inspector who will liaise and coordinate with MEPCO Environment and Social Cell to ensure compliance
with the proposed mitigation and monitoring measures required under EMMP and RP. MEPCO Environmental and Social safeguards section will
provide necessary guidance in this respect to Environmental Inspector.
• Contractor will conduct Analysis of Environmental Indicators (Air, Noise Soil and Water tests)
• Contractor will carry out the physical work required for the restoration of any public utility (sewerage line, water transporting system/pipes, rainwater
drainage system etc.) damaged due to construction activities at project site.
REGULATORY STATUS:

MEPCO is working under regulatory regime under NEPRA as regulator through “Regulation of Generation,
Transmission and Distribution of Electric Power Act 1997” (NEPRA Act). NEPRA is responsible to regulate Generation,
Transmission and Distribution of Electric Power in Pakistan under this Act. Govt. of Pakistan amended NEPRA Act
1997 in May, 2018. Now this Act is called the “Regulation of Generation, Transmission and Transmission of Electric
Power” (Amendment) Act, 2018. Under Amended NEPRA Act 2018, MEPCO is responsible for Distribution of Power
and Supply of Power in its area.
The Regulator i.e. NEPRA granted Distribution license No. DL/06/2023 on 09th May, 2023 for a period of 20 year.
MEPCO Distribution License expired on 08th May, 2043. Under clause 23E (1) of NEPRA Act, 1997 (Amended Act of
2018), MEPCO is deemed to hold a license for supply of electric power for a period of 5 years. MEPCO has also
applied for supply license to NEPRA on 06.02.2023 as NEPRA Act Clause 23E and NEPRA decision is still awaited.

1.ADDITION, UPGRADATION & REHABILITAION OF SYSTEM

132 KV SYSTEM

During F.Y 2022-23, MEPCO added the following in its system to reduce system constraints:
• Construction of new Grid Stations 02-No.
• Extension of 26 MVA Power Transformer 01-No.
• Extension of 40 MVA Power Transformer 01-No.
• Extension of Line Bays 02-No.
• Conversion of ISO Bay into Line Bay 02-No.
• Augmentation of 13 MVA to 26 MVA Power Transformer 01-No.
• Bus Bar Replacement 01-No.
• Single Bus Bar to Twin Bundled Bus Bar 01-No.
• Construction of new 132KV Transmission Line 03-No. With completion of all above mentioned works, the problem
of low voltage has been addressed in respective areas resulting in better quality of electric supply to the inhabitants
consumers of these areas
Innovations and Technology:
MEPCO's Digital
Transformation
Smart Metering
MEPCO is deploying smart meters to improve billing accuracy
and provide real-time energy consumption data.

Grid Automation
Advanced grid automation systems enhance grid reliability
and efficiency, reducing outages and power losses.

Data Analytics
Data analytics are used to optimize grid operations, identify
potential problems, and improve customer service.
Conclusion: MEPCO's
Commitment to Multan's
Energy Needs
MEPCO is committed to meeting the evolving energy demands of
Multan. They are constantly investing in infrastructure, promoting
sustainability, and embracing innovation to power a brighter future
for the city.