The recent shift in Pakistan's solar energy policy from net metering to net billing has sparked significant controversy and public backlash. As reported by Pakistan Today, the government initially announced this policy change, which would reduce the value of excess electricity sent to the grid by solar users, leading to immediate public outcry. This policy shift affects approximately 466,000 households, who previously benefited from exporting surplus electricity at full retail price. The new net billing system offers a lower fixed buyback rate, around Rs 26 per unit, while consumers continue to purchase electricity at higher retail tariffs. The Prime Minister has since signaled a potential reconsideration of this policy, highlighting the uncertainty and political pressure surrounding the decision (Pakistan Today, February 12, 2026).