The Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives has recently launched the 5Es Framework, a short to medium term economic recovery plan. One important ‘E’ in this framework pertains to Energy. Four other Es include Exports, E-Pakistan, Environment and Climate Change, Energy and Infrastructure, and Equity and Empowerment. Energy as an important pillar aims to ensure the availability of reliable, clean, and affordable energy to meet our growing needs. By investing in energy generation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure, Pakistan will be able to enhance energy security and support economic growth, as the intertwining link of the economy with energy is inevitable. The focus will be on developing robust infrastructure networks to facilitate trade and connectivity within the country and the region. What differentiates the 5E Framework from the other policy inputs is the inclusivity and collective wisdom that will pave the way for achieving economic growth, social development, and environmental stability. For the wide range of issues faced by Pakistan, such a comprehensive, well-deliberated, and proportionate response was the need of the hour. Energy security and uninterrupted supplies stand at the helm of many politico-economic affairs. In the case of Pakistan, energy woes took things from worse to worst, with looming disappointment. Energy security has remained one of the most worrisome aspects for the economy of Pakistan and related thousands of industries. Socio-economic security has been significantly impacted due to the energy shortfalls. Pakistan was passing through the most difficult times a decade earlier when the energy shortfall was almost the half of total generation capacity. Energy shortage and linked issues are not the only area of concern rather lack of diversity in the energy production means has remained another problematic area. The energy mix was substantially lopsided and this equilibrium was getting disturbed with every passing year. Rather than taking substantial steps towards meeting the international standards of every mix, Pakistan took the other route that was not likely to serve the purpose. This was high time to introspect and set the trajectory according to the internationally recognized and practiced procedures. Even a reactive approach will better serve the interest of Pakistan in the long term. The 5E Framework recognizes that sufficient, reliable, clean, and cost-effective availability of energy is indispensable to ensure sustainable economic growth and development. Some of the major policy interventions are meant to halt the earlier practice of lack of sensitization and then its hammering for implementation. This framework will ensure the promotion of the availability of affordable energy, implementation of green building codes, climate-resilient infrastructure, and environment-friendly technologies. Considering the importance of Green Energy Capacity, the Alternative and Renewable Energy Policy has been made part of the Framework. This policy will provide a supportive environment for renewable power projects and increases the share of green energy capacity to 20 percent by 2025 and 30 percent by 2030 by attracting private capital in the area of green energy. Diversification of the energy mix is another area that has been accentuated in this 5E framework. This diversification will be introduced and enhanced by investing in renewable energy sources like wind, solar, and hydropower. Likewise, Thar’s indigenous sources will be utilized in an efficient and environmentally responsible manner. By these interventions, the country can reduce its dependence on imported fuels, promote sustainable energy development and increase its energy security. Exploring new avenues and meeting international standards need to be complemented with energy efficiency and subsequent best practices. Energy efficiency is central to the areas of industry, transportation, and households. Emphasis on sensitization regarding energy efficiency primarily aims to reduce energy consumption, cost cutting, cost rationalization, and promoting environmental sustainability. Some of the options on which the government is already working to improve the efficiency and reliability of energy are smart grid technologies, integrated Energy planning, and the upgradation of supply chain networks for electricity, gas, and oil. Energy Efficiency and Conservation is another area of focus. Despite being the net importer of energy resources, Pakistan has not been able to define energy conservation as a major vector of its energy sector sustainability. According to estimates, Pakistan has the potential to save up to 10-15% of its primary energy supply through EE&C measures. The 5Es framework has outlined the plan “Sustainable Energy for All” Action Plan. Furthermore, the National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority has formulated the National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Policy 2023. Considering the above-mentioned issues and their subsequent solutions in the 5Es framework, it is imperative to ensure that duplicities are avoided, as it results in wasting financial and human resources. Transparency and openness are the need of the hour. This will be a win-win situation for all. Efforts must be synergized, as they will have a catalytical outcome, otherwise, efforts in silos are nothing but counter-productive to any economic framework, including the 5E framework. The writer is Development Fellow at the Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives. He tweets @MHABBASI3 and can be reached at: mhabbasi07@yahoo.com