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New energy policy targets ambitious 25,000MW capacity by 2040

ཟླ་༧ 31, 2025 4 mins read
New energy policy targets ambitious 25,000MW capacity by 2040

The National Energy Policy 2025 (NEP 2025) was officially launched yesterday, setting a bold direction for Bhutan’s energy sector focused on a diversified mix, modern infrastructure, greater efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

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