Exploring different models of electricity distribution system management

Abstract

This paper provides sight of early results from research in Nepal looking at two different management models for rural electricity distribution systems. The authors summarise learning to date on the general performance of the two models in practice based on comparative studies across 4 districts. The research will eventually include an assessment of the impact of these two different approaches on the establishment and growth of economic enterprises. This research is part of the Energy and Economic Growth Applied Research Programme