<p>Lahore, July 20, 2012:  The United States is strengthening Pakistan’s energy sector and helping to end energy shortages.  In this effort, Acting Director USAID Punjab Gail Spence distributed certificates to mangers from nine power sector distribution companies (DISCOs) who completed a U.S.-funded five-day Planning and Engineering training program.  The training aims to modernize the Planning and Engineering (P&amp;E) sectors of the DISCOs improving energy distribution across Pakistan.  “I am confident that thanks to this training, Pakistan will now be better able to meet its power sector reform targets and reduce the energy crisis,” Ms. Spence remarked.  
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The USAID Power Distribution Program organized the training in close collaboration with the Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO).  The four year USAID Power Distribution Program is a testament to the United States’ commitment to supporting Pakistan’s energy sector.  Through the Power Distribution Program, USAID is helping DISCOs modernize equipment, receive expert consultations, and introduce international best practices to ensure a more reliable supply of power to consumers.
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