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Table 2

The summary of the survey findings on solar energy adoption in Nepal.

S.N. Parameter Urban areas Rural areas Remote areas
1 Number of Households Surveyed (NPR) 40 40 30
2 Average Initial Investment Cost (NPR) 158,400.00 118,800.00 105,600.00
3 Average Government Subsidy Received (NPR) 39,600.00 52,800.00 66,000.00
4 Average Monthly Savings on Electricity (NPR) 2640.00 1980.00 1320.00
5 Average Payback Period (Years) 4.5 5 6
6 Percentage Reporting Improved Energy Security (%) 85 90 95
7 Percentage Willing to Invest in Solar Solutions (%) 70 75 80
8 Percentage Satisfied with Existing Solar Installations (%) 90 85 80

Note: All monetary values in this study are expressed in Nepalese Rupees (NPR). For international reference, the exchange rate used is approximately 1 USD=9552;NPR 132 (average rate, 2024).

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