Alternative Renewable Energy Policy 2013.

This Alternative Renewable Energy Policy 2013 is a national sectoral policy document. The Policy sets out a preliminary minimum target of 20 MW by 2025 through mix of renewable energy technologies.
The Policy aims to promote the following clean renewable technologies: solar (both PV and thermal), wind, bio-energy, geo-thermal, pico/micro/mini/small hydro and waste to energy. The long-term objectives are proposed, including: a) Contribute to energy security and broaden the energy portfolio through utilization of available renewable energy potential; b) Reduce GHG emissions and contribute to climate change mitigation; c) Promote green growth and enhance sustainable socio-economic development; d) Develop productive manufacturing capacity in the renewable sector; and e) Develop a framework for Carbon Trading Mechanisms. The Policy strives to ensure adequate provision and extensive use of modern energy services in rural areas, which have been largely dependent on firewood and kerosene for cooking, heating and lighting purposes.