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The Beautiful Rivers—And the Dammed
This is a news feature on energy trends in the world. It shows the potential of other energy sources other than hydropowers that usually comes with the risks of undesired...
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Renewable Energy Development Strategy in Lao PDR
Summary of the national strategy for encouraging investment in renewable energy technology.
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National policy on sustainable hydropower development in Lao PDR
The Policy on Sustainable Hydropower Development in Lao PDR, approved through the Decree of 12 January 2015, supersedes the 2006 National Policy on Environment and Social...
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NAMA for the Renewable Energy Sector of Lao PDR
The Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Action (NAMA) represents an opportunity for sustainable and low carbon development for Lao PDR. The government can build on the existing...
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Nam Theun 2 Project Overview
The page offers an overview of Nam Theun 2 hydro-power project as of 2017, along with every stage of project updates.
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Sustainable Hydropower Master Plan for the Xe Kong Basin Lao PDR
The Master Plan was developed by the Natural Heritage Institute (NHI) and a team of international experts in full collaboration with the Government of Lao PDR (GoL). The...
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Hydropower in Lao PDR
A government-provided overview of the major sources of hydropower in Laos.
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Multiple use benefits: Nam Ngum 1 Hydropower Plant, Lao PDR
Discusses the Nam Ngum 1 Hydropower Plant. Originally proposed for its power generation benefits to Lao PDR, the Nam Ngum 1 Dam creates significant additional benefits,...
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Renewable Energy Technology in Asia Project Implementation in Lao PDR
United Nations case study review of the Asia Project's investment in renewable energy development in Laos.
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Lao PDR national sustainable energy strategy report on enabling environment and technology innovation ecosystem for affordable sustainable energy options
Analysis of Lao dependence on hydropower and possibilities for development in other forms of renewable energy
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Laos energy situation
Provides data on a series of aspects of Lao energy consumption, usage, and production.
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Energy sector to become major GDP contributor in Laos: minister
Brief article about comments issued by a Lao official on predictions about the continuing growth of the energy sector in Laos
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Existing and planned Laos hydropower projects, September 2010
A set of tables that list existing and planned large (greater than 10 MW) hydropower projects in Laos. The table is based on the Laos Government Department of Energy Promotion...
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Status and potential for the development of biofuels and rural renewable energy: Lao People's Democratic Republic
This study aims to formulate a strategic policy framework in Laos to promote and develop renewable energy resources to improve rural living conditions and reduce poverty without...