Kathmandu - As the world observes the United Nations Day for Clean Energy for Blue Skies, renewed attention is being placed on the role of credible research and knowledge access in accelerating the global transition to renewable energy and cleaner air.
This year’s observance underscores the growing recognition that clean energy is not only central to climate action but also vital for public health, economic resilience, and sustainable development. Air pollution linked to fossil fuel use remains one of the leading environmental health risks worldwide, making the shift toward renewable power sources an urgent global priority.
In this context, academic institutions and professionals in Nepal and beyond are increasingly turning to digital research platforms to stay informed about advances in clean energy systems and environmental policy. The British Council Digital Library has highlighted a range of peer-reviewed and research-based publications that contribute to informed decision-making in the energy sector.
Among them is TIDEE - The TERI Information Digest on Energy and Environment, a quarterly publication by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), which provides global insights into sustainability trends, energy transitions, and policy developments. The digest has long been considered a reliable resource for policymakers, researchers, and development practitioners working on energy and environmental issues.
Recent scientific studies available through the library also focus on the technical and economic feasibility of renewable energy integration. A December 2023 study published in the Bulletin of the National Research Centre, Berlin, examines how combining distributed generators with wind, hydro, and solar power can improve cost-effectiveness and system reliability in electricity generation-an issue particularly relevant for developing and mountainous countries like Nepal.
Similarly, emerging research presented at the IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science (2025) explores portable solar power solutions for household appliances, highlighting the potential of decentralized solar technologies to improve energy access while reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
Experts note that access to such research is crucial for countries pursuing low-carbon development pathways. “Clean energy transitions must be guided by evidence, not assumptions,” environmental analysts emphasize, pointing out that policy coherence, local innovation, and informed public discourse are essential for achieving long-term environmental goals.
As Nepal continues to expand hydropower, solar, and other renewable sources, platforms that connect global research with local stakeholders are expected to play an increasingly important role. Observances like the UN Day for Clean Energy for Blue Skies serve as reminders that achieving cleaner air and a stable climate depends not only on technology, but also on knowledge, collaboration, and informed action.
