Alternative Energy Promotion Centre (Nepal)

Direct (National)

Type: Direct (National)
Date approved: 27 Feb 2019
Size: Small
ESS Category: Category B, Intermediation 2
Fiduciary standards: Basic, Project management

The Alternative Energy Promotion Centre (AEPC) is a national semi-autonomous entity headquartered in Nepal whose objective is to develop and promote renewable energy with the potential to develop low-emission pathways and climate-resilient energy sources across the country. AEPC interventions are closely tied to communities and involve extensive commitment to community engagement and community development. AEPC works to provide a reliable supply of energy as an essential service to help to build individuals’ adaptive capacity through income diversification. By empowering local communities and institutions to implement decentralized renewable energy systems, including solar, small and medium-sized hydroelectric, wind and biogas systems, AEPC aims at the widespread burning of biomass and fostering the creation of green jobs.