Nepal's dam-building lowers energy costs, boosting EV adoption and aiming for 90% private EVs by 2030.

Nepal's extensive dam-building has significantly lowered energy costs, facilitating a rise in electric vehicle (EV) adoption, with over 40,000 currently on the roads. The government aims for EVs to comprise 90% of private vehicle purchases by 2030, promoting a goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045. However, critics highlight environmental risks from dam projects and the need for better electronic waste management related to EV batteries.

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