The Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao P.D.R) gets more than 70 % of its energy from conventional sources, which emphasizes the urgent need to switch to renewable energy. This study looks at the supply and demand scenario for energy in the Lao P.D.R. The need to reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy security in a country where over 60 % of the population lacks consistent access to electricity motivates this study. It is predicted that Laos can significantly enhance its energy sustainability by 2030 by implementing a diverse energy mix that includes at least 30 % renewable sources. A mixed-methods approach was used to evaluate the viability of different renewable technologies, including hydropower, solar electricity, and biomass, through the analysis of current energy policy, stakeholder interviews, and modeling scenarios. Findings indicate that switching to renewable energy could cut carbon emissions by up to 40 % and increase electrification rates by 80 % by 2030, provided that significant obstacles such as funding and technical capability are overcome. A coordinated effort among government, corporate sectors, and local communities is essential to addressing existing impediments, ultimately paving the way for a sustainable and resilient energy future in Laos.

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老挝人民民主共和国可持续发展能源政策审查


老挝人民民主共和国 （Lao PDR） 70% 以上的能源来自传统能源，这凸显了转向可再生能源的迫切需求。本研究着眼于老挝人民民主共和国的能源供需情景。在一个超过 60% 的人口无法持续获得电力的国家，减少碳排放和加强能源安全的需求激发了这项研究的动力。据预测，到 2030 年，老挝可以通过实施包括至少 30% 可再生能源在内的多样化能源结构来显着提高其能源可持续性。通过分析当前能源政策、利益相关者访谈和建模情景，采用混合方法评估不同可再生能源技术的可行性，包括水电、太阳能和生物质能。研究结果表明，如果克服资金和技术能力等重大障碍，到 2030 年，转向可再生能源可以减少高达 40% 的碳排放量，并将电气化率提高 80%。政府、企业部门和当地社区之间的协调努力对于解决现有障碍至关重要，最终为老挝可持续和有弹性的能源未来铺平道路。