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Problems of Energy Generation in Nepal

Nepal has high potentiality to generate hydropower but due to lack of proper utilization
of the resources. The Nepalese are facing an acute problem of load shedding. As per
the survey report, Nepal has produced just 1050 MW of hydroelectricity by the end of
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the 14 Three-year Plan which is not even 1% of the capacity. The electricity produced
from alternative sources are micro hydro project- 23MW, solar energy 12 MW, wind
energy 20 KW, bio-gas 11 KW. There is high probability to generate electricity from
the resources available in the country.
The major problems on generating electricity are as follows:

Lack of capital
Lack of skilled manpower
Lack of advanced technology
Insufficient and improper plans and policies
Political instability
Improper political commitment and strong willpower of the politicians
Insecure investment
High dependency on foreign aid and assistance
Increased corruption

Efforts of the Government

The Government of Nepal has realized the problem seen in electricity generation.
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The running plan, i.e. the 15 Five-year Plan (2077-2081) has set several objectives
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and policies for development of electricity in Nepal. The target of 15 period plan
to produce electricity is 5000 MW. Some major efforts led by the government are as
follows:
1. Production, distribution and consumption system of energy will be developed
scientifically.
2. Investment will be managed through national investors including public,
private, cooperative and community sector and international investors.
3. Local consumers will be provided with share value in the production of big hydro
projects.
4. Leakage of energy will be controlled or minimized.
5. The place with topographical difficulties will be prioritized with alternative sources
of energy such as solar, wind, bio-gas and micro hydro projects also can be installed.
6. The organic wastage produced in the urban areas will be converted into energy.
The initiative taken by the government can encourage people to produce
bio-fuel as an alternate energy to petroleum.
7. Simple, clear and transparent policies will be adopted for the development of
electricity.

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