Government of Nepal

Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation

Alternative Energy Promotion Centre

Making Renewable Energy Mainstream Supply in Nepal

 

 

Micro hydro shall be understood as hydroelectric generating units with capacities ranging above 10 to 100 kW. Micro-hydro has the potential to be a major source of energy for rural areas. Water is plentiful in the rugged hills of Nepal and micro-hydro provides a more practical and cost effective alternative to the national grid. Micro hydro consists of following activities:

• Develop and promote the use of micro-hydro technology.
• Carry out surveys and feasibility studies for micro-hydro projects.
• Provide services to support the sustainable development of micro-hydro projects in Nepal.
• Conduct training for micro-hydro users and service providers.
• Work to establish local support structures for mini-grid electrification.
• Provide quality control services for micro-hydro equipment.