The National Renewable Energy Policy (ANREP) aims to mainstream renewable energy in the national energy sector planning so deploying them in different capacities and through different projects in various parts of the Country. It aims to provide a thrust and direction to the renewable energy (REN) sector. The Policy is aligned to the Power Sector Master Plan (PSMP) and the Afghanistan National Development Strategy (ANDS) to set a framework for deployment and growth of REN and it connects with the Rural Renewable Energy Policy (RREP) on the other to ensure seamless adoption and implementation of the policy guidelines in rural energy sector. The Policy sets a target for deploying 350-450 MW of REN capacity by 2032, which is equivalent of 10% of the total energy mix of 3500-4500 MW as per the targets of PSMP. To achieve its targets, the NREP supports the involvement of the private sector, government and non-government organisations, donors and the people of Afghanistan. The Policy will be implemented in two terms- TERM 1 (2015- 2020) will create and support an atmosphere and activities for the development and growth of REN sector particularly in the PPP mode, and TERM 2 (2021-2032) will deploy REN in full commercialization mode.

His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam consented to the the long term vision, which is known as the Wawasan Brunei 2035. This vision aspires that by 2035, Brunei Darussalam develops into a nation which will be widely recognised for the accomplishment of its educated and highly skilled people measured by the highest international standards; quality of life that is among the Top 10 nations in the world and a dynamic and sustainable economy with income per capita within the Top 10 countries in the world. The thirteen (13) strategies that have been identified to ensure all aspects of development are implemented accordingly and effectively are: (i) education, (ii) economy, (iii) security, (iv) institutional development, (v) local business development, (vi) infrastructure development, (vii) social security, (viii) environment, (ix) health, (x) religion, (xi) land use, (xii) infrastructure and info-communication technology, and (xiii) manpower planning.

The Tenth National Development Plan (RKN10) is the second National Development Plan. The RKN10 aims to further accomplish the nation’s mission to achieve the goals outlined in Wawasan Brunei 2035. Consistent with the mission, RKN10’s theme is “Knowledge and Innovation, Increase Productivity, Accelerate Economic Growth”. The objectives under the RKN10 include the achievement of being a nation with a well-educated, highly skilled and accomplished people as measured by the highest international standards; enjoying a high quality of life among the top ten countries in the world; and having a dynamic and resilient economy which is ranked among the world’s top ten countries in terms of per capita income. It has been formulated taking into account the nation’s progress in development and economic growth which has still remained at a low level during the previous 5 years, the national development goals as well as the challenges likely to be encountered. To ensure that the RKN10 will be implemented, new regulations have been introduced which have to be complied with by all ministries.

The plan is the guideline for the coalbed methane development during the 13th Five-Year Plan period(2016-2020), it specifies the development priorities for the next five years till 2020. The policy establishes targets and main pilot projects, and clarifies the political and technological supports for the coalbed methane development.

The plan is the guideline for the shale gas development during the 13th Five-Year Plan period (2016-2020), it specifies the development priorities for the next five years till 2020 and provides a prospect for 2030. The policy analyzes the context for shale gas development in China, the opportunities and challenges, puts forward targets and main pilot projects, and clarifies the political and institutional supports.

The plan analyzes the energy technology development trend, clarifies the energy technology development priorities, focusing on cleaner fossil fuel and energy efficiency, clean and renewable energy power system, nuclear power advancement, strategic energy technology, and manufacturing materials and industrialization. The policy provides the guidelines and principles for the energy technology development.

The Govt. of India has proposed to continue R-APDRP during the XI Plan with revised terms and conditions as a Central Sector Scheme. The focus of the programme shall be on actual, demonstrable performance in terms of sustained loss reduction. Establishment of reliable and automated systems for sustained collection of accurate base line data, and the adoption of Information Technology in the areas of energy accounting will be essential before taking up the regular distribution strengthening projects.

The plan plays an important role as a guideline for the coal industry development during the 13th Five-Year Plan period form 2016-2020 in China. This policy analyzes the status of coal industry and existing problems, clarifies the principles for the coal industry development, specifies the optimization of production and layout the coal industry, the measures for structure improvement, cleaner producing promotion, efficient utilization, coal industry security, scientific and technological innovation, and industry reform etc.

The plan provides guidelines for the geothermal energy development and utilization during the 13th Five-Year Plan period (2016-2020). The policy specifies the targets, main tasks and implementation criteria, as well as the investment estimation and environmental and social impacts.