Renewable Energy in North Korea
Small-scale renewable energy sources such as solar panels and wind turbines are ideal for powering rural residential areas, thus
In this second installment of our series on North Korea's energy sector, we will examine the evolution of solar energy in the state's energy plans and policies. Hydropower still makes up the bulk of the country's renewable energy generation, but solar has become increasingly important over the past decade.
Solar panels and wind turbines are off-grid energy sources, meaning that their generated energy will be able to power nearby rural communities rather than large military and industrial sites. This will be especially helpful to improve the living standards of North Korea's rural residents.
The Korea Energy Economics Institute in Seoul estimates that 2.88mn solar panels, mostly small units used to power electronic devices and LED lamps, are now in use across North Korea, accounting for an estimated 7 per cent of household power demand.
Introduction of Solar to North Korea's Energy Mix The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK or North Korea) appears to have identified the benefits of harnessing renewable energy in the mid-2000s.
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