Keshab Poudel
Helvetas Nepal’s InElam: Facilitating For Sharing Of Learning Across Provinces, Local Level Private Sector, Entrepreneurs And Farmers
At a time when Nepal's import of agricultural products has increased drastically and surpassed the total value of Nepal's exports, senior officials, technicians, entrepreneurs, farmers and concerned stakeholders representing the agricultural sector from Sudur Pashim, Karnali and Lumbini Provinces recently gathered in a workshop agreed to work together to increase production for the first time in eight years. Organized jointly by Helvetas Nepal's InElam project and the Ministry of Land Management, Agriculture and Cooperatives of Sudur Paschim Province, the Inter-Provincial Coordination and Learning Exchange Workshop provided an opportunity to share practices and learning.
By Keshab Poudel Jan 18, 2024
ADB's SASEC POWER SYSTEM EXPANSION: A Game Changer
The industrial sector in western Nepal has undergone significant transformation with the opening of the Kushma-New Butwal 220 kV Transmission Line project and the completion of the Kaligandaki Corridor (Dana-Kusma-New Butwal 220 kV Transmission Line project). The Rupandehi, Kapilvastu, and Nawalparasi districts can now rely on a dependable, high-quality, and ecologically friendly energy system. The transmission and distribution systems recently completed as part of the South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation Power System Expansion Project (SASEC) by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have significantly increased the capacity of the region's power infrastructure in evacuating the electricity generated in Kaligandaki and other river basin and providing relief to industrialists.
By Keshab Poudel Dec 14, 2023
InElam: Small Victories Toward Transformative Journeys: Overcoming Challenges for Sustainable Development in the Musahar Community
In collaboration with Kshireshwornath Municipality, Helvetas Nepal has had dedicated initiatives focused on uplifting the Musahar community in the municipality. These efforts primarily target livelihood empowerment and income generation, aiming to mitigate longstanding socio-economic disparities and foster sustainable development. During this course of work, a significant hurdle was realized- that a crucial foundation for sustainable development was lacking among legitimate Nepali citizens – the absence of citizenship certificates. Helvetas Nepal primarily served as a facilitator in this scenario, aiming to bridge their humanitarian assistance during the Covid pandemic with long-term development goals.
By Keshab Poudel Dec 06, 2023
Nepal-UK Friendship: 100 Years of Relationship
Nepal and the United Kingdom joined hands to commemorate the centenary of the Nepal-UK Friendship Treaty of 1923. The grand celebration took place at the Basantapur Palace, signifying a momentous milestone in the long-lasting bond between the two nations ‘
By Keshab Poudel Nov 29, 2023
COP 28: Nepal In VCM
COP 28’s negotiations on the potential integration of Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) and compliance markets are crucial issue for Nepal. It will determine how VCM industry guidelines and the results of Article 6.4 negotiations in Dubai interact with each other
By Keshab Poudel Nov 28, 2023
Kul Man Ghising, NEA Laxmi Puja And Era Of Light
For seven consecutive years, Nepali citizens have not had to call upon Laxmi, the goddess of light, prosperity, and happiness, during dark nights of load shedding. This change is credited to Kul Man Ghising, the Managing Director of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA). Backed by Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda and Energy Minister Janardan Sharma Prabhakar, as well as Anup Kumar Upadhyaya, secretary, and Chairperson of NEA, MD Ghising made a landmark decision to end a decade-long era of prolonged power outages on October 30, 2016, coinciding with the festival of Laxmipuja.
By Keshab Poudel Nov 13, 2023
UNSG ANTONIO GUTERRES: Pleading Nepal’s Case
UN Secretary-General António Guterres is the first prominent figure to advocate for Nepal to the global community, despite multiple visits by international leaders in the past. Out of all the United Nations Secretary Generals who have visited Nepal, Secretary General Guterres is the first to prioritize the country with an extensive visit, ensuring support in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). With the institutional support of Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs' political and bureaucratic leadership of Minister NP Saud and secretary Bharat Raj Paudyal, Nepal has accomplished various milestones that have amplified the country's voice during this visit by a high-level delegation.
By Keshab Poudel Nov 08, 2023
PM PRACHANDA’S VISIT TO CHINA: Recalibration Of Nepal's Policy?
With the professional and institutional backing of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda made two highly significant visits to China and UN, signaling a positive shift in Nepal's foreign relations. During his two visits, which included a week-long journey to China and a global gathering at the 78th UNGA in New York, Prime Minister Prachanda made impressive moves while keeping in mind the sensitivity of neighboring countries and the limitations of his own country. The Foreign Ministry and its team, led by Foreign Minister Narayan Prasad Saud and Foreign Secretary Bharat Raj Paudyal, provided all-out support to ensure successful visits. Some experts in foreign relations have referred to the visits as a recalibration of Nepal's foreign policy.
By Keshab Poudel Oct 12, 2023
BEEN: Collaborating With Local Governments
Given the increasing demand for energy for heating and cooling, and the fact that local governments in Nepal are issuing hundreds of permits for the construction of new public and private buildings without considering the energy efficiency matrix, Nepal's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2045 is in jeopardy. Funded by the European Union, the Building Energy Efficiency in Nepal (BEEN) Project has commenced altering the mindset of policymakers in federal ministries, local government officials, and other stakeholders regarding the importance of incorporating energy efficiency as a new standard for building design and development
By Keshab Poudel Sep 25, 2023
NEPAL'S ENERGY TRANSITION: Gaps In The Pathway
Thanks to the policy of the Ministry of Energy, Water Resources, and Irrigation and the efforts of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), Nepal has made impressive progress in generating, transmitting, and distributing hydropower throughout the country. Though frequent but brief power outages continue to be a concern for those considering a shift to electric transportation, household cooking, and industry, recent trends in increasing electricity consumption and decreasing imports of petroleum products demonstrate that Nepal is making progress in transitioning from dirty fossil fuels to clean hydropower. Despite ongoing economic and geopolitical crises, the energy transition is accelerating but it remains too sluggish to meet the NDC targets.
By Keshab Poudel Sep 08, 2023
Nepal Is In The Midst Of An Energy Transition From Dirty To Clean : Kul Man Ghising
As the Managing Director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), Nepal's largest public utility, KUL MAN GHISING starts his day early in the morning. With the responsibility of providing electricity to over 98% of the population and managing 15,000 employees, CEO Ghising must remain vigilant and works until late evening. Any power outages lasting even an hour in any part of Nepal put him under immense pressure. Even members of Parliament call his resignation over electricity-related concerns. Although his schedule is tight, MD Ghising met with KESHAB POUDEL at his office to discuss various issues related to Nepal's transition to sustainable energy. Here are some excerpts from conversation:
By Keshab Poudel Sep 07, 2023
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