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CAPACITY ENHANCEMENT ON WIND ENERGY USAGE FOR SUSTAINABLE RURAL DEVELOPMENT IN MYANMAR

    • Priority Sector

    • Infrastructure

    • Duration

    • 2018/03/14 - 2024/02/29

    • Call Number

    • MKCF CALL 2

CAPACITY ENHANCEMENT ON WIND ENERGY USAGE FOR SUSTAINABLE RURAL DEVELOPMENT IN MYANMAR

Country of Implementation

  • Myanmar

Project Description

As of May 2015, Myanmar's electricity infrastructure met only half of the national demand, leaving around 70% of the largely rural population without access to the national grid. This energy gap has contributed to significantly lower living standards in rural areas compared to urban centers. Energy supply and efficiency challenges are common across the CLMV countries. This project promotes regional collaboration by developing adaptable training materials and program designs that can be applied in future academic or development initiatives, thereby supporting knowledge sharing and improved energy access across the Mekong region.

Our Core Objectives

1

To develop a curriculum and training materials, including two sets of micro-scale horizontal axis wind turbines, measuring instruments, and training aids such as computer programs for wind turbine design, and to conduct research on wind energy and its implementation technologies suitable for Myanmar's context.

2

To provide training for approximately 40 government officials from relevant departments, as well as private sector participants working in wind energy-related fields in Myanmar, utilizing the research outputs from the first objective.

3

To facilitate academic and technological exchange between Yangon Technological University and Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, under the supervision of a partner university from the Republic of Korea (ROK).

4

To share common issues, challenges, and lessons learned in the promotion of wind energy, and to identify potential regional collaboration strategies for the broader application of wind energy in rural electrification and green growth.

Activities / Components

1

Capacity Building for Energy Personnel: Conducted training sessions at Yangon Technological University (YTU) in collaboration with Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HCMUT), Viet Nam, and a partner university from the Republic of Korea (ROK).

2

Curriculum Development on Wind Energy: Conducted literature reviews and field research to support curriculum design.

3

Laboratory-Scale Wind Turbines: Carried out experimental testing and incorporated results into practical training modules.

4

Regional Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing: Facilitated the exchange of findings and experiences between Myanmar and Viet Nam to promote regional learning.

Results Achieved

  • The project promoted the establishment of a cooperative network among academia, industry, government, and non-governmental organizations in the field of wind energy.
  • The capabilities and knowledge of key personnel in green growth-related technologies and practices were enhanced. A systematic wind energy training program— covering theory, design, assembly, and testing —was delivered to 40 energy-related professionals from both the public and private sectors, significantly strengthening their competencies in wind resource assessment, turbine design, and field application. This laid a strong human resource foundation for the local implementation of wind energy technologies.
  • The project contributed to improving electricity accessibility in rural areas of Myanmar and supported the green development of its socio-economic infrastructure. By developing and testing two experimental horizontal-axis wind turbines and incorporating them into practical training exercises, the project provided empirical evidence to support future deployment of micro wind power systems in rural settings.
  • The potential for expanded wind energy cooperation and project continuation in the Mekong River region was stimulated. During the midterm stage, common challenges faced by Myanmar and Viet Nam in promoting wind energy technologies were identified, laying the groundwork for future regional collaboration.

Successful Factors/Strategies

  • The project fostered the development of a cooperation network among academia, industry, government, and non-governmental organizations in the field of wind energy.
  • The capabilities and knowledge of key personnel in green growth-related technologies and practices were enhanced through systematic training in wind energy technology.
  • The project supported improved electricity access in rural areas of Myanmar and contributed to the green development of its socio-economic system by developing and testing micro wind power systems.
  • The potential for regional wind energy cooperation and project continuation in the Mekong River region was strengthened by identifying common challenges faced by Myanmar and Viet Nam.

Future Strategies and Plans

  1. Enterprise Engagement and Regional Collaboration
    • Support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enhance their participation in regional supply chains.
    • Expand cross-border networks to promote collaboration and business opportunities across the Mekong region.
  2. Policy and Resource Integration
    • Mobilize government resources to support logistics and agricultural development initiatives.
    • Seek continuous financial and technical assistance from development partners to ensure sustainability.