Laos aims to significantly increase renewable energy share by 2030


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VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN): Laos’ power development strategy targets increasing variable renewable energy (mainly solar and wind) to 11 per cent by 2030, a goal that officials say is vital for boosting energy resilience, sustainability, and supporting the country’s long-term economic transformation.

This message was underscored at the Lao PDR Carbon Markets and Clean Energy Conference, held in Vientiane on Thursday as part of a two-day event on September 24-25.

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