ISA Inks CPA and MoU with Royal Government of Bhutan to Boost Solar Initiatives
Through this CPA, ISA will collaborate with the Department of Energy (DoE)-the focal department under the MoENR, to further implement the programmes to enhance energy access and ensure energy security through solar energy interventions.
April 18, 2024. By Anurima Mondal
Through this CPA, ISA will collaborate with the Department of Energy (DoE)-the focal department under the MoENR, to further implement the programmes/projects to enhance energy access and ensure energy security through solar energy interventions and diversification of energy portfolio in the country. The CPA was signed by Karma Tshering, Secretary, MoENR and Dr Ajay Mathur, Director General, ISA, on April 15 in the presence of the Minister for Energy and Natural Resources & other senior officials from RGoB and ISA.
Underlining the significance of the CPA signing, Dr Ajay Mathur, DG-ISA, stated, "I am delighted to see the progress our partnership has made. This signing will further bolster our actions and facilitate the attainment of our goals. I commend the dedication of Bhutanese officials and my colleagues, whose efforts have made this partnership meaningful and fruitful." ISA is also working with Bhutan on developing a National Solar Energy Roadmap and provides regulatory support for developing solar tariffs, licensing and de-licensing regulations, standards, and guidelines to the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) of Bhutan.
An MoU focussing on the Solar Technology Application Resource Centre (STAR-C) initiative has been signed during the ongoing visit. ISA is collaborating with the DoE (MoENR) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) to establish the (STAR-C) at the College of Science & Technology (CST) under the Royal University of Bhutan (RUB), with funding support from the French government. This centre aims to strengthen local capacity that promotes the development and dissemination of solar energy technologies and provides technical assistance to accelerate the deployment of solar energy solutions.
As part of the visit, DG-ISA, Dr Ajay Mathur, also called on the Prime Minister of Bhutan, H.E. Tshering Tobgay. During the meeting, the Prime Minister acknowledged that while hydropower is the primary source of energy in Bhutan for now, renewable energy sources such as solar will become critical in the coming years. Furthermore, the Prime Minister commended ISA for its efforts towards advancing solar energy in Bhutan.
In addition to strategic meetings, the visit also marked the inauguration of a modular solar-powered cold storage facility at the National Post Harvest Centre in Paro. This initiative, funded by ISA, underscores the Alliance's commitment to promoting sustainable agricultural practices and reducing food wastage. With a storage capacity of 5MT and a power capacity of 5-kilowatt peak, this facility represents a significant technological leap towards efficient post-harvest management in Bhutan.
"The two 5MT Solar Cold Storages established through ISA as a Pilot Project symbolises a significant step forward in our journey towards building a more resilient and sustainable future," remarked H.E. Lyonpo Gem Tshering, Minister of MoENR, who attended the inaugural opening ceremony on April 16. "By minimising post-harvest losses and ensuring a steady supply of fresh produce, we not only bolster food security but also empower our farming communities to thrive in an increasingly uncertain climate."
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