How much energy does Lao PDR produce?

In 2018, the Lao PDR’s total primary energy supply (TPES) was 6.38 million tonnes of oil equivalent (Mtoe), and the energy mix consisted of hydropower, oil, coal, and biomass. As there were many power plants in the Lao PDR generating electricity for export in 2018, the export figure reached 26,708 gigawatt-hours (GWh), the equivalent of 2.65 Mtoe.

What are the four main energy-using sectors in the Lao PDR?

With respect to final energy consumption by sector, like other Southeast Asian countries, the four main energy-using sectors in the Lao PDR are industry, transport, others, and non-energy. ‘Others’ covers subsectors such as residential, agriculture, services, and commerce.

Does the Lao PDR trade electricity with Thailand?

The Lao PDR has been trading electricity with Thailand for many decades and has now expanded this policy to other neighbouring countries to support regional energy cooperation. Specifically, the Lao PDR will increase power exports to 15,000 MW by 2030, including 10,000 MW to Thailand and 5,000 MW to Viet Nam, Cambodia, and Myanmar.

Which sector consumes the most biomass in Lao?

Source: The Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Department of Energy Policy and Planning (2019), Lao Energy Balance Table Collection Historical. 14 December. The industry and commercial sectors consume biomass, but at a lower rate than the residential sector, which dominates the country’s consumption.

Why should Laos improve power system planning?

Highlights of the above include: improving power system planning will contribute to sustainability and climate change mitigation efforts of Laos, since it will identify how to better manage and develop hydropower resources and also integrate significantly more variable renewable energy (i.e., photovoltaics and wind) into the grid.

What is Laos energy security?

Laos Energy Security (LES) is a part of the U.S. Government’s initiative: “Enhancing Development and Growth through Energy” (CLEAN EDGE Asia). CLEAN EDGE Asia supports expanded access to energy, promotes energy diversification and trade and integration of clean energy markets, and strengthens energy security throughout the Indo-Pacific region.