The total capacity of non-fossil fuel in South Asia for 2023 stood at 41.26% and has seen a steady increase over the past few years.The percentage of share of non-fossil fuels in these countries ranges from 99.64 % (Bhutan) to 4.61% (Bangladesh).
The Energy Transition Platform (ETP) recognizes the effort of the region on its renewable energy targets. However, the platform wishes the region to aspire to an increase in the renewable energy targets. South Asia region is home to almost a quarter of the world’s population and countries in this region are on the path of rapid development and economic growth. With the need to keep global temperature from rising above 1.5°C, a rapid energy transition is required here. ETP intends to build a constituency of stakeholders across the region for a fossil-free vision through policy advocacy and dialogue.
Reporting periods:Financial years for South Asian countries vary from 1st April to 31st March, 1st July to 30th June, 16th July to 15th July, 1st January to 31st December.In order to ensure uniformity in the data representation data has been presented as a calendar year for all countries.For those countries that do not have a 1st January to 31st December reporting period, apportionment has been carried out.Monthly data has been corroborated wherever available.