Nepal's EV Surge Reduces Oil Imports and Pollution

Hydroelectric power drives electric vehicle adoption, cutting costs and improving air quality in the Himalayan nation.

EV imports in Nepal have doubled annually over the past two years.
Hydropower-generated electricity powers nearly all EVs in the country.
The shift to EVs has saved Nepal $22 million annually in oil import costs.
Government incentives include lower import duties on EVs compared to gas and diesel vehicles.
The number of EV charging stations in Nepal is set to double within a year.