Project Objectives and Impact

This initiative is particularly timely as Bhutan faces increasing electricity demand and challenges related to energy security, especially during the winter months when hydropower generation is insufficient. By diversifying its energy sources through solar power, Bhutan aims to bolster its energy resilience and support its national priorities related to climate adaptation.

ADB's Energy Specialist, Jongmi Son, emphasized that this project will not only provide reliable power to essential public services but will also serve as a model for future expansions into industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. The project includes an innovative agrivoltaics pilot component, which aims to simultaneously address food and energy security in a co