Bhutan’s clean energy resources and access to the vast Indian market offer promising opportunities for attracting foreign investment. This was one of the key themes during discussions at the Bhutan Innovation Forum, which concluded on October 3. With robust frameworks in place, the country’s portfolio of green and renewable assets—especially its hydropower—holds considerable promise for…
Bhutan is gearing up for an ambitious energy transformation over the next 15 years, aiming to add 15,000 megawatts (MW) of hydropower and between 5,000 and 6,000 MW of solar energy to its current capacity. With 2,500 MW of hydropower already operational and about 3,000 MW under construction, Bhutan plans to achieve a total installed…
The aim is to develop 1,270 MW hydro and solar power projects Bhutan has taken a major step toward expanding its renewable energy portfolio with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Bhutan Innovation Forum between Druk Holding and Investments Ltd. (DHI) and the Reliance Group. The agreement sets the stage for…
The 33 MW Parochu Integrated Multipurpose Hydropower Plant (IMHP), located in Tsento Gewog, Paro, is progressing steadily and has raised hopes, not only for increased energy generation but also for providing solutions to water shortages in the region. IMHP is positioned to address multifaceted needs, blending hydropower development with water supply benefits for downstream communities.…