Monday, August 15, 2011

CAN BHUTAN DISSUADE INDIA FROM ITS NUCLEAR ENERGY PROGRAM?

In an effort to discourage expansion of nuclear power generation by the government of India, Bhutan’s Prime Minister is encouraging Nepal to increase exploitation of its hydropower potential for India. Bhutan will supply 10,000 MW to India by 2020. During peak load, India’s electricity demand is over 120,000MW. About three percent of India’s electric consumption is fed by nuclear energy.

August 13-http://www.kuenselonline.com/2010/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=20419

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