How much solar power does Bhutan have?

Solar Energy According to the Renewable Energy Resource Assessment 2015, Bhutan has a theoretical potential of 3,706,328 MW for solar photovoltaic power generation based on solar irradiance.

What is Bhutan's energy supply?

Bhutan’s energy supply primarily relies on electricity, fuel-wood, coal, and diesel. Electricity is the largest contributor, with a shift towards increased usage over the years. Fuel-wood usage has decreased, while bio-gas, solar energy, and limited-scale wind energy have gained traction as alternative sources.

What is the thermal energy consumption in Bhutan?

Thermal energy consumption in the Industry is dominated by coal, which is a vital input for many industries in Bhutan. However, liquid fuels such as diesel, kerosene oil, and furnace oil account for less than 6 percent of the industry’s thermal energy mix.

How much electricity does Bhutan use in 2022?

During the year 2022, BPC serviced 232,465 customers, an increase of 4.7 percent from the previous year (BPC, 2023). The Building Sector in Bhutan consumed a total of 502.44 GWh of electricity in 2022, accounting for 14.5 percent of the country’s total electricity consumption (3,465.95 GWh).

How has the power sector changed in Bhutan?

Over the last ten years, there have been significant transformations in the Power Sector of Bhutan, both in its structure and policies, driven by ongoing reform processes. Bhutan has a substantial hydropower potential, which is estimated to be 37,000 MW. Out of this, 33,000 MW is considered to be techno-economically feasible.

How much power does Bhutan export in 2022?

Bhutan has been expanding its power exports, peaking at 9,186 GWh in 2020. However, in 2022, the exports declined to 7,240 GWh. Meanwhile, power imports have generally decreased over time, but increased to 204 GWh in 2022 from the previous year’s 80 GWh.