Publications

Shortage of power is a common characteristic of the energy sector in each SAARC Member state. This situation could, however, be overcome with our coordinated efforts in the platform of SAARC with judicious use of our various sources of energy. One of the biggest opportunities within this problem is the existence of temporal and spatial variability of power demand across the SAARC Region. This opens up an opportunity for a regional grid for optimal utilization of infrastructures and power plants. The report and its outcomes were enthusiastically discussed in the dissemination workshop and the study was highly appreciated and accepted by the participating stakeholders.

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SEC has organised a 2-day video conference to disseminate study report of Feasibility Study for Setting up SAARC Regional/Sub-regional LNG Terminals among the SAARC Member States in August 2016 in Islamabad. The desktop study was conducted by SAARC Energy Centre (SEC) in the year of 2015 under a contract to look at the current status of natural gas and LNG industries in the SAARC member countries, with a view to identify potential areas of mutual cooperation including setting up regional / sub-regional LNG import terminals. While the material has been reviewed by outside experts, the views and opinion expressed in the study report. The report is meant to facilitate discussion and identify specific cooperation areas for promotion of regional energy cooperation especially in the new and fast growing area of LNG imports.

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The study reviewed the existing tariff structure of Renewable Energy with specific emphasis on distributed generation projects in SAARC Member States and gave guidelines for the equipment selection, required import facilities, technology development, installation and commissioning of equipment for options such as Net-metering, Banking and Wheeling. It also suggested operating guidelines to distribution companies for licensing, certifying and permission of Net-metering, Banking and Wheeling equipment before integrating into the national grids of respective SAARC Member States.

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The study provides useful guidelines and actions required to be taken by the member states to relax its import dependence for petroleum fuels through adoption of efficient technologies and other non-engine related strategies in the road transport sector.
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The Study has analyzed the Renewable Energy policies and programmes being carried out by the SAARC Member States, identified barriers and suggested measures for the promotion and development of Renewable Energy technologies and projects in the SAARC Region. It has also identified fiscal, non-fiscal measures and other incentives existing in the Member States, including their impact, and made appropriate recommendations. Moreover, the study has also suggested way-forward for acquiring part funding for Renewable Energy projects through available Regional and International Climate Change funding mechanisms.
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To Download Report of “Promotion of SAARC Chullahs (Improved Cooking Stoves-ICS) for their Commercialization / Marketing / Scaling up in India & Maldives”,

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To Download Report of “Promotion of SAARC Chullahs (Improved Cooking Stoves-ICS) for their Commercialization / Marketing / Scaling up in the SAARC Member States”,

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To download SAARC Study Report on Assessment of Energy Efficiency Potential through Energy Audition of Power Transmission and Distribution Grid Stations in Pakistan;

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Draft report is available for comments and suggestions by the concerned professionals.The report will be ultimately reviewed and finalized in view of the recommendations to be made during the SAARC Dissemination Workshop – an approved program activity for the FY 2015. To download the draft study report,

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To download SAARC Action Plan on Energy Conservation

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To download Review of Electricity Laws and Regulations of SAARC Member States

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The study provided country-wise findings and discussed technical aspects, current cogeneration situation, potential, government initiatives and legal framework, economic drivers, environmental benefits and barriers in implementing of cogeneration in Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The study has recommended (a) development of regulatory framework (b) participation of state energy suppliers (c) concessional financing windows for cogeneration projects (d) institutional structure (establishment of National Committees or Focal Points) and (e) cogeneration facilitator. A Stage-wise cogeneration implementation strategy is proposed by the study i-e Preliminary Study, Awareness Creation and Project Identification, Comprehensive Study of Specific Cogeneration Project and Implementation of Cogeneration Projects.

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The Study examined the scope and viability of coal-fired power plant(s) at sub-regional or regional level so as to enable initial clearance and approval of competent authorities and undertaking of detailed technical/feasibility studies in this respect. Three options have been put forward and explore by this study to have regional / sub-regional coal fired power plants. Among the three proposed options, while it is inferred that the same model can be applied for other options, the study recommended an option to have coal mine in Pakistan (at 'Thar' to be developed and financed by Pakistan) and the coal be transported to the power plant (to be developed and financed by India) located in the adjacent border region of India. SEC envisages enthusiastic and strong regional cooperation through this conceptual study and invites Member States as well as entrepreneurs to further explore and advance the concept into some great regional business ventures.

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The Study shared experiences of Member States on prevailing Pricing Mechanisms for Oil and Natural Gas. Overall policy perspective on pricing, role of Oil and Natural Gas in the energy system of each Member State, evolution of pricing mechanisms and Institutional & Regulatory set up have also analyzed. This will help the Member States to formulate policies in their respective countries for the promotion of Energy Trade in SAARC Region.

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The study identified the current situation of the brick industry in the four SAARC Member States namely Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan which leads towards cooperation based on transferring technologies, sharing expertise and knowledge between the public and private institutions in order to improve the brick production capacity and bring energy efficiency into the process for regional and global environmental concerns.

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Improved Cooking Stoves in South Asia.

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The Review study provided information to the policy makers of SAARC Member States for taking action in the implementation process of SAARC Energy Ring through SAARC Power Grid. This will in turn create opportunities for optimum utilization of untapped Regional Hydro Resources.

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A Case Study on Indian Wind Power Programme for Technology Transfer and Sharing Best Practices.

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Developing Integrated Energy Policies in South Asia.

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Gas Hydrates Resource Potential of South Asia.

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SAARC Energy Centre ESCAP Project “Strengthening Institutional Capacity to Support Energy Efficiency in Selected Asian Countries”.

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The position paper explored and evaluated an alternate and non conventional energy resources for meeting increasing energy demands of South Asia. It also assessed the resource potential of gas hydrates and facilitated and promoted regional R&D activities on gas hydrates.

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The outcome of this effort was a report highlighting the issues, concerns, lessons learnt and recommendations for successful implementation and continued operation of renewable energy projects for different end-uses (grid-connected, stand-alone, heat) in SAARC Member States. The report laid down focus on technological aspects, financing, policy support initiatives etc required to make the renewable energy projects a success.

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The Workshop strengthen cooperation and Support of SAARC Member States on all aspects of Bio-ethanol and Bio-Diesel. The Workshop enriched the Participants through the discussion and by sharing the practical experience and knowledge on bio-fuels.

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