Abstract
The main objective of this paper is to understand and analyse the significance of sustainability and resilience in the recent development of Pakistan’s Energy Sector. In addition to this, the paper aims to analyze what role the energy sector is playing in the economic development of the country. In contrast to quantitative research approach which mainly focuses on numbers and facts, this paper applies a qualitative research design on the said matter. Based on a proposed conceptual thematic framework, underlying the concept of climate change and adaptability (resilience), the contributions of the energy sector is explored. This included understanding the perception of some key stakeholders and how they expect global and national developments to the sector. More than fifteen stakeholders belonging to private investors, Government and Public were interviewed in the context of this study. Each of them represented senior management opinion and perspective on the issues faced by the sector and the future plans for them.
Keyword(s)
Energy Crisis, Economic Development, resilience, Climate Change