Can Nepal harness its huge hydropower potential?

The government aims to produce over 28,000MW of electricity by 2035. But that requires massive resources. As Nepal focusses on hydropower development to meet its...

Nepal’s Hydropower Potential Soars to 72,000MW, Unveiling New Era of Energy Independence

An integrated river basin master plan is in the works to harness the country’s water resources. Nepal has the potential to harness over 72,000MW of...

Disregard for Safety Measures Claims Lives of Myagdi’s Hydropower Workers

Myagdi district has seen a rise in the number of new hydropower projects of late. However, the increase in the number of projects has...

Navigating Funding Hurdles Crucial for Nepal’s 28,000 MW Energy Plan

Government anticipates $46.5 billion will be required to meet the generation and transmission target set for 2035. Even though the government aims to generate nearly...

Shifting Gears: Government Should Enable Private Sector to Drive Hydropower Development

Large hydro power plants are back in business in Nepal. The government is once again offering to lead the development of large hydro power plants...

Investing in a Sustainable Future: Unleashing the Potential of a Green Economy

As part of the green economy, Nepal has adopted the Green, Resilient, and Inclusive Development (GRID) approach to address slow domestic job creation, high...

Bangladesh and Nepal to Strengthen Energy Ties Through BIN Initiative

In September 2022, during the visit of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to India, Bangladesh made a request to import power from Nepal and Bhutan...

The Rise of Hydrogen Power: A Game-Changer for Transportation

Due to energy produced from fossil fuels like diesel and petrol, there has been a global increase in carbon emissions. This has led to...

Nepal Revives Plan to Import Electricity from China to Electrify Remote Villages

During Prime Minister Dahal’s China visit, the neighbour had expressed willingness to consider Nepal’s request. Nepali officials are seeking negotiations with China to put into...

Nepal to Promote Electrification in Bid to Boost Economy and Reduce Pollution

A country’s population and economic conditions fundamentally shape its electricity demand; the chosen development path, whether low-carbon or high-growth, significantly influences consumption patterns. Nepal...

MOST POPULAR

HOT NEWS