⦾ Overview of Energy Policies

⦾ Necessity of Energy Infrastructure Development 

⦾ Renewable Energy and Environment

⦾ Prospects of Energy Transition

NATIONAL RENEWABLE ENERGY AND POLICY SYMPOSIUM 2023

July 30, 2023

HOTEL HIMALAYA, LALITPUR

Our Chief Guest

Shakti Bahadur Basnet

Hon ‘ble Minister, Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation 

Prof. Manish Pokharel

Symposium Chair

Dean School of Engineering, Kathmandu University

Welcome Message

Welcome to the National Renewable Energy and Policy Symposium 2023, where innovation and collaboration converge to shape a sustainable future. It is with great pleasure and excitement that I extend my warmest greetings to each and every one of you. We are thrilled to have such an esteemed gathering of experts, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders who are passionate about advancing renewable energy and shaping sustainable policies. We are honored to host this conference as the first event in a series that will continue to explore and address the pressing challenges and opportunities in Nepal’s renewable energy sector. READ MORE

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Special Guests

Former State Minister

Energy and Climate Counsellor, Royal Norwegian Embassy at Nepal

Keynote Speakers

Secretary, Nepal Law Commission

Former Managing Director, Nepal Electricity Authority

Interim Action Area Coordinator, ICIMOD

Panelist

Pragya Academician of NAST

Assistant Director, AEPC

CEO, Windpower Nepal Pvt Ltd

Consultant, Ajummery Bikas Foundation

Objectives

  1. Identify the technological preparedness for energy systems in Nepal
  2. Identify and discuss the policies and framework promoting energy and its infrastructure.
  3. Build and promote network and partnership among the stakeholders for the energy development and the transition of Nepal.

Key Dates

About Symposium

This exclusive gathering unites distinguished professionals hailing from diverse sectors such as industry, academia, business, law, and governmental policy-making bodies, with a common purpose of addressing Nepal’s formidable energy challenges.

With an unwavering commitment to forging a greener and more sustainable future, our conference serves as a platform for deep exploration into the technological preparedness of Nepal’s energy systems. Engage in insightful discussions on the formulation of robust policies and frameworks, specifically tailored to promote renewable energy and its associated infrastructure. Furthermore, this prestigious event offers an invaluable opportunity to foster synergistic partnerships among influential stakeholders. In unison, we will have the privilege to present a comprehensive set of policy recommendations that shall pave the way for Nepal’s journey toward attaining its ambitious carbon-neutral objective by 2045. By joining this compelling dialogue, you have the power to leave an indelible mark on Nepal’s energy landscape, ultimately illuminating a path toward a brighter and exceedingly sustainable future.

Sustainable Energy System For Circular Economy

Jointly Organized by

In Association With

CETRF

Symposium Themes

  1. Policy and regulation for renewable energy
  2. International coperation and agreements
  3. Carbon Pricing and emission reduction straegies
  4. Energy security and resilience
  5. Economics of renewable energy
  1. Energy mix and diversification
  2. Infrastructure and grid development
  3. Energy storage technologies
  4. Cost benefit analysis
  5. Energy access and equity
  1. Renewable energy and ecosystem services
  2. Energy and environmental service
  3. Climate change and green house gas emission
  4. Energy efficiency and conservation
  5. Technologies and innovation in renewable energy
  1. Utilization of wind and solar energy in developing countries
  2. Infrastructure development of hydropower technologies
  3. Prospects of bioenergy
  4. Alternative fuels and technologies
  5. The role of energy diplomacy in energy transition