Gham Power to install Nepal's largest energy storage system under UNIDO project

KATHMANDU: Gham Power, in collaboration with Practical Action and Swanbarton, has been awarded a project by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to install one of Nepal's largest energy storage systems, with a battery capacity of 4MWh. The system aims to reduce diesel consumption and promote decarbonisation through smart grid development. The initiative was launched by UNIDO Director-General Gerd Müller, alongside ambassadors from five countries where similar projects will be implemented. Representing Nepal were Nepali Ambassador Bharat Kumar Regmi, Gham Power CEO Anjal Niraula, and teams from Swanbarton and Practical Action.

The project will replace diesel generators with large-scale solar-powered battery storage systems. It is expected to cut carbon emissions by 2,800 tonnes and displace 1,000 kilolitres of diesel over 25 years, contributing to cleaner industrial operations.

Featuring AI-powered energy optimisation, the system aims to reduce costs, improve reliability, and support sustainable energy use across industries. This project marks the first step in a broader initiative to advance Nepal's energy transition.

Gham Power is among five global projects selected to showcase AI-driven energy solutions under UNIDO’s Accelerate-to-Demonstrate (A2D) Facility. The company believes this innovation will drive Nepal towards a smarter, more sustainable energy future.

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