Fauji Cement Company Limited (FCCL) has approved a major renewable energy initiative involving Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and dedicated solar power plants at its Nizampur and Jhang Bahtar facilities.
According to a material information notice issued to the Pakistan Stock Exchange on September 22, 2026, the company’s Board of Directors has approved the installation of 25 MWh of Battery Energy Storage Systems at each of its Nizampur and Jhang Bahtar plants. The project will be supported by dedicated solar power setups of 5 MW at each location.
Once completed, the project will provide Fauji Cement with an aggregate BESS capacity of 50 MWh alongside 10 MW of dedicated solar generation capacity. The company expects the project to be completed within 10 months from the start date.
Strengthening Renewable Energy Capacity
The initiative is designed to make greater use of solar energy during the daytime by storing surplus electricity in battery systems. The stored energy can then be discharged during peak hours, reducing the company’s reliance on power from the national grid.
For an energy-intensive industry such as cement manufacturing, managing electricity consumption and costs is an important operational consideration. By combining solar generation with battery storage, FCCL aims to optimize its energy usage while increasing its renewable energy capacity.
Solar Power Combined with Battery Storage
The project will establish a dedicated solar capacity of 5 MW at both the Nizampur and Jhang Bahtar plants. The associated battery systems will allow solar-generated electricity to be stored and used when required rather than being limited to immediate daytime consumption.
The company stated that the project is intended to reduce reliance on grid electricity during peak hours, optimize energy costs and enhance its renewable energy capacity.
A Step Toward More Efficient Energy Management
The planned 50 MWh storage capacity represents a significant investment in energy management infrastructure for Fauji Cement. The integration of dedicated solar generation and battery storage can provide the company with greater flexibility in how it consumes electricity throughout the day.
With the project scheduled for completion within 10 months from its commencement, the development will add another component to FCCL’s renewable energy strategy while supporting efforts to manage electricity consumption at its manufacturing facilities.
The approval of the BESS and solar project highlights Fauji Cement’s focus on renewable energy integration, energy-cost optimization and reducing dependence on grid electricity during peak periods.
