How to tackle the energy crisis in Nepal?

Understanding the current energy situation in Nepal is the first key step towards tackling its energy crisis. However, the ultimate goal is to eradicate, not just mitigate the energy crisis. It is only when the energy demands are met that substantial economic and social developments in Nepal can be expected.

What type of energy is used in Nepal?

Renewable energy here is the sum of hydropower, wind, solar, geothermal, modern biomass and wave and tidal energy. Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important energy source in lower-income settings. Nepal: How much of the country’s energy comes from nuclear power?

How to reduce energy losses in Nepal?

Introducing the energy efficiency measures in industries and upgrading the production infrastructure can assist in curtailing the huge system-level energy losses. Nepal should follow the international trend of creating the energy mix to build up its power systems rather than focusing only on large hydropower projects as is happening at present.

Can Nepal create the right energy mix?

The transformation success and economic activities are critically dependent on providing sufficient energy supply. The renewable energy sources abundantly present in Nepal are naturally the key potential solution to the present energy crisis. However, creating the right energy mix for Nepal is still subject to debate.

Why is Nepal so energy efficient?

With about 1 toe for every $1,000 of GDP, Nepal has the poorest energy intensity among all south Asian countries. The country has therefore very large energy efficiency potential. Petroleum is the second largest energy fuel in Nepal after firewood and accounts for 11% of primary energy consumption in the country.

What was Nepal's first energy policy statement?

For example, Nepal's first energy policy statement appeared in its 5-Year Plan 1975–1980 [ 65] emphasizing the need for increased utilization of renewable energy sources while reducing the dependence on traditional energy sources and the petroleum imports.