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Nepal floods expose risks to hydropower in a warming Himalayas

Nepals devastating floods have damaged hydropower plants, roads, bridges and essential infrastructure, knocking out about 10% of the countrys power capacity. Experts say reconstruction must prioritise resilience over simple replacement, with better locations, early-warning systems, backup power and alternate routes, as climate change intensifies Himalayan flood and landslide risks.

1 Sep 2026 8:40 am