The Mitigation Action Facility-funded Nepal Electric Transport (SET4NPL) project, implemented by the GIZ GmbH and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), recently conducted a high-impact study visit to the Republic of Korea.
From 9 to 13 June 2025, a delegation of Nepali government and private sector representatives explored Korea’s innovative electric mobility and public transport landscape – bringing home valuable lessons to accelerate Nepal’s shift toward sustainable, low-carbon transport.
Bridging knowledge gaps
Nepal’s transport sector accounts for 36% of energy-related emissions and faces multiple challenges, including high upfront costs, limited financing options, and regulatory instability. The SET4NPL addresses these barriers by fostering cross-country learning and piloting electric vehicle (EV) solutions.
The recent study visit offered firsthand exposure to Korea’s robust EV policies, integrated mobility systems, and public-private collaboration models – insights that can help shape more effective solutions in Nepal.
Key learnings from Seoul’s sustainable transport ecosystem
Technology and Data-Driven Solutions
At the Seoul Transport Operation and Information Service (TOPIS), delegates saw how real-time data and centralised digital platforms manage multimodal transport systems, optimise traffic flow, and promote clean mobility through its Green Transport Zones.
Integrated Policy Frameworks
At the Seoul Urban Solutions Agency (SUSA), the group learnt how fare reforms, public-private integration, and targeted incentives are enabling inclusive and sustainable mobility.
Public-Private Partnership Models
A meeting with the Korea Overseas Infrastructure and Urban Development Corporation (KIND) offered actionable financing models for Nepal. Th delegation explored blended finance and soft loan mechanisms that could bridge viability gaps in Nepal’s EV infrastructure rollout.
Hydrogen and Energy Synergies
Discussions with the Korea Hydrogen Alliance (KHA) highlight opportunities to leverage Nepal’s surplus hydropower capacity to build future green hydrogen ecosystem. Potential support areas include feasibility studies, pilot projects, and capacity development across the value chain.
Next steps for SET4NPL
The study visit provided transformative insights for Nepal’s electric transport transition – from smart transport management systems to bankable financing models. By learning from Korea’s proven strategies in data-driven systems and public-private partnerships, Nepal is now better equipped to accelerate its transition to low-carbon mobility.
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