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RENEWABLE ENERGY COUNTRY PROFILES - ASIA

January 2013 edition

www.irena.org

IRENA Renewable Energy Country Profiles provide comprehensive data on renewable energy developments at the country level. These reports combine specialist analysis with the latest available country data and information from various sources. The data spans from 2009 to 2012, with regional comparisons limited to years with complete country data. Despite a noted time lag, significant differences between countries are evident.

Key Findings Overview:

• The report covers renewable energy usage in electricity generation, grid capacity, energy policies, targets, investment climates, and renewable energy resources across Asia.
• Countries like Bhutan and Laos rely heavily on hydroelectric power for energy generation, with renewables accounting for over 85% of their electricity use.
• Many countries aim for specific renewable energy targets, such as China’s goal for 15% renewable energy by 2020 and India’s push for 56 GW of renewable capacity by 2017.
• Policy frameworks, including feed-in tariffs, subsidies, and legislation, are crucial drivers of renewable energy adoption in countries like Germany, Japan, and South Korea.
• The ease of doing business varies significantly; for example, Singapore ranks highly at 1 out of 183, while Afghanistan ranks last at 160.
• Future plans focus on expanding geographic coverage, updating indicators, and maintaining the reports as a live product on the IRENA website.

Country-Specific Summaries:

Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan,Sri Lanka (Southern Asia):

• Renewable energy penetration varies significantly; Bhutan and Laos dominance of hydroelectric power in electricity generation.
• Indonesia and Vietnam show increasing renewable deployment, particularly in solar, wind, and biomass.
• Policies and targets are in place for renewable energy development, often driven by national strategies and international agreements.
• Challenges remain in infrastructure, policy implementation, and financial investment for renewable energy projects.
• Countries like Maldives and Timor-Leste have ambitious targets for renewable electricity generation, including 50% by 2020 and 80% by 2030.

Conclusion:

The report highlights substantial variations in renewable energy development across Asia, influenced by geography, economic structures, and policy frameworks. Countries with high renewable potential are actively developing infrastructure and policies to mitigate climate change and ensure energy security. Expanded data collection and regional comparison, as planned by IRENA, will provide deeper insights into renewable energy trends.