Laos energy storage policy

What are the energy policies in Lao PDR?

Energy policies in Lao PDR prioritize environmental protection and growth. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao P.D.R) gets more than 70 % of its energy from conventional sources, which emphasizes the urgent need to switch to renewable energy. This study looks at the supply and demand scenario for energy in the Lao P.D.R.

What does Lao PDR do to reduce fossil fuel reliance?

Lao PDR aims to cut fossil fuel reliance with clean energy initiatives. Energy policies in Lao PDR prioritize environmental protection and growth. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao P.D.R) gets more than 70 % of its energy from conventional sources, which emphasizes the urgent need to switch to renewable energy.

How much energy does Lao PDR produce?

In 2018, the Lao PDR’s total primary energy supply (TPES) was 6.38 million tonnes of oil equivalent (Mtoe), and the energy mix consisted of hydropower, oil, coal, and biomass. As there were many power plants in the Lao PDR generating electricity for export in 2018, the export figure reached 26,708 gigawatt-hours (GWh), the equivalent of 2.65 Mtoe.

What is Laos' energy strategy?

As the only landlocked nation in Southeast Asia, bordered by China, Vietnam, Burma, Cambodia, and Thailand, Laos's energy strategy will be pivotal not only for its own development but also in the broader context of regional energy security and sustainability.

Does Lao PDR need alternative policy scenarios?

This study aims to forecast energy supply and demand in Lao PDR from 2020 to 2050 and to determine the country’s potential for energy savings and carbon dioxide (CO 2) emission reduction, improved energy eficiency, and feasible renewable development if Lao PDR uses or implements certain alternative policy scenarios (APSs).

Does Lao use biomass?

In the Lao P.D.R, biomass energy has been essential, especially for household use as cooking fuel. Although less common, the commercial and industrial sectors also utilize biomass. In 2010, 68.8 % of the final energy consumed in the country came from biomass [, ].