Nepal harnesses hydropower for green hydrogen push

Use of surplus hydropower could see Himalayan country become one of world’s lowest-cost producers

Nepal aims to utilise its vast hydroelectricity network to produce some of the world's cheapest green hydrogen, according to the government’s National Green Hydrogen Policy 2080, which was launched at the start of this year. Based on current renewable energy prices, hydrogen production costs range from €3.50–€3.75/kg in Nepal, comparable to China and slightly higher than Russia, according to estimates from professional services firm PwC. By 2030, Nepal could be among the few countries producing hydrogen at the cheapest rate of €2–2.25/kg, PwC said. The hydrogen policy aims to transition Nepal to a low-carbon economy while exploring export opportunities, although the regulatory frameworks aro