The purpose of the NUL Energy Research Centre is to respond to the energy and climate change challenges facing Lesotho by developing and/or adapting knowledge and technologies that enable smooth transition to a sustainable energy system.

Furthermore, the ERC strives to develop human resource capacity in sustainable energy (through short courses and a master’s programme) and to perform relevant research that informs national energy policy for sustainable development.

ERC carries out all-inclusive low-carbon research work (solar, wind, hydro, bio-energy, etc.), social engineering (energy policy, economics, finance & project management, climate change & environment, etc.), capacity building (training) and outreach programmes.