BSP-Nepal

Biogas Sector Partnership–Nepal (BSP-Nepal) is a non-profit organization representing professionals and stakeholders engaged in rural and renewable energy technologies, particularly biogas, across Nepal. The organization serves as a common platform for companies, experts, and communities committed to advancing sustainable energy solutions for rural livelihoods. Through collaboration, capacity building, and technical engagement, BSP-Nepal works to strengthen the biogas sector and support Nepal’s transition toward clean energy. Established in 1992, BSP-Nepal has coordinated the installation of over 270,000 biogas plants, focusing on poverty reduction, social inclusion, and environmental improvement.

Vision

To develop and disseminate biogas as the primary source of energy in the rural areas of Nepal.

Mission

BSP-Nepal is dedicated to becoming a leading capacity builder and implementer in promoting sustainable energy solutions through partnerships for enhanced livelihoods and improved environments. The organization supports the growth and sustainability of biogas initiatives while contributing to national renewable energy and environmental objectives. It also seeks to foster innovation, build technical capacity, and ensure commercialization within the industry.

Objectives

• Promotion and awareness of biogas technologies
• Quality control and assurance for installations and operations
• Training and capacity building for stakeholders
• Support to AEPC for carbon benefits
• Policy analysis to advance the sector
• Developing innovative modalities of financing
• Related activities to enhance sector sustainability

Key Areas of Work

• BSP-Nepal actively promotes and supports the development of:
• Rural and renewable energy technologies, particularly biogas plants
• Dissemination of biogas as a mainstream renewable energy solution
• Addressing poverty, social inclusion, and regional balance issues
• Enhancing commercialization and sustainability of the biogas sector
• Conducting trainings such as biogas mason trainings, supervisor trainings, operation and maintenance trainings of household biogas systems, and entrepreneurship development trainings
• Slurry management training and related environmental practices

Membership

BSP-Nepal’s membership comprises professionals, organizations, and stakeholders engaged in biogas and renewable energy throughout Nepal. As a professional NGO, it strengthens collaboration among key actors to promote high standards and collective impact in the sector, though specific membership details are not elaborated on the site.

Role in Renewable Energy Development

BSP-Nepal plays a vital role in supporting Nepal’s clean energy transition by promoting efficient biogas solutions that reduce dependence on fossil fuels and contribute to carbon emission reduction. The organization remains committed to maintaining high-quality implementations, encouraging innovation, ensuring community involvement, and advancing the long-term development of Nepal’s rural renewable energy sector. As a principal implementer, it partners with entities like AEPC to drive impactful projects.

Underlying Technological Framework

BSP-Nepal's work in the renewable energy sector is primarily based on biogas technology as a powerful and environmentally friendly alternative derived from organic materials, suitable for rural applications. This includes household biogas systems for cooking and lighting, slurry management for bio-fertilizer production, and integrated solutions that address energy needs while promoting sustainability in challenging terrains.

• Address: Kageshwori Manohara Municipality-7, Kandaghari, Kathmandu, Nepal. P.O. Box: 9751, Kathmandu
• Phone: 977-1-9860565851
• Email: info@bspnepal.org.np
• Website: https://bspnepal.org.np/