Sustainable energy

NIRAS delivers comprehensive, cross-disciplinary solutions to support energy transitions globally. With a strong presence in over 100 countries and decades of experience, we work with governments, donors, utilities, and private sector actors to design and implement energy strategies that are sustainable, inclusive, and technically sound.

NIRAS' energy services span the full project lifecycle—from market assessments and feasibility studies to engineering design, construction supervision, and capacity building. We are particularly active in renewable energy planning, energy access, and energy efficiency, supporting both grid-connected and off-grid solutions. We develop short-, medium-, and long-term energy plans at local, regional, and national levels, integrating smart grids, microgrids, and distributed generation systems.

We also provide policy advisory and financial mechanism design to foster enabling environments for clean energy adoption. This work includes managing energy funds, supporting investment promotion, and facilitating private sector development. In fragile and post-conflict contexts, NIRAS applies tailored approaches to ensure resilience and impact, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDG#7 on affordable and clean energy.

Integrated energy solutions for a low-carbon economy

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Today, 1 billion people still live without electricity while about 3 billion rely on traditional, polluting fuels to cook or heat their homes. To reach those without access to modern energy, we concentrate on market-based approaches and support the creation of self-sustaining local markets for long-lasting impacts in rural electrification.

The international activities in the energy sector present an important dimension to the company-wide initiative, called GREENsition.

A special geographic focus area in present and future is Ukraine for which NIRAS offers technical support to develop and rebuild the energy infrastructure with strong attention to district heating. Learn more about our work in Ukraine.