Demand side management in industrial sector of Nepal

This book is based on the research that analyzes current as well as forecasted energy consumption scenario and effective Demand Side Management (DSM) options with potential GHG emission reduction in industrial sector of Nepal under different income growths scenario. The base year i.e., 2012 data was collected, compiled, analyzed and compared with the help of energy planning tool LEAP (Long Range Energy Alternative Planning). The energy demand and global warming potential was forecasted at different scenarios for the planning horizon up to 2032. The scenario includes different growth rates, efficiency for demand side management and sustainability. The paper concludes with recommendation of different DSM strategies to reduce the energy demand and GHG emission from manufacturing industries in Nepal. This book is helpful for those who are interested in energy planning.