By Purnima Joshi
As we mark the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies on September 7th, the urgency to address the growing air pollution crisis in South Asia has never been clearer…

Climate change disproportionately affects marginalized groups worldwide, including women, children, elders, and the differently-abled, exacerbating their vulnerabilities. Women, in particular, face compounded challenges due to societal roles and structural inequalities, which hinder their ability to cope with environmental impacts. The intersection of gender and climate change reveals how structural inequalities intensify women’s vulnerability. Women often […]

By Nakul Sharma
This blog post provides an overview of the critical discussions held at the SB60 side event, highlighting the urgent need for integrated urban and climate policies to ensure resilient and inclusive urban societies in South Asia.

By Purnima Joshi
The recently released report “Impact Assessment of Eco-Village Development Projects” presents a detailed analysis of the Next Generation Low Carbon, Climate Resilient Eco-Village Development project in South Asia.

Download Here PDF Dhulikhel Municipality’s policy and program for FY 2079/80 focuses on infrastructure, education, health, agriculture, tourism, environment, and local governance. It outlines plans for road construction, school and health facility maintenance, agricultural projects, tourism promotion, environmental conservation, and enhancing local governance. The municipality is committed to improving residents’ living standards through these initiatives, […]

Download Here Implementation of Eco-Village Development (EVD) projects in South Asia contributes to low-carbon developments that improves lives and livelihoods in villages in South Asia. In addition to the improvements for the villagers, it also reduces emissions of CO, and other greenhouse gases. This report contains an assessment of the climate effects of four demonstration […]

By Purnima Joshi
Climate change is a pressing issue that poses significant challenges to urban areas in South Asia. The region’s rapid urbanization, coupled with the impacts of climate change, has made it imperative to focus on building resilient cities.

By Purnima Joshi
The greater Himalayan region’s vast glaciers and permafrost are crucial for ten major Asian rivers, supporting over 1.3 billion livelihoods. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has confirmed significant snow cover and glacier declines since the 1970s, with further reductions expected..

Download Here This report delves into the intricate relationship between urbanization, climate change, and resilience-building in Pakistan, against the backdrop of South Asia’s burgeoning urban population. With Pakistan’s rapid urban growth and the increasing frequency of climate-related disasters, it is imperative to comprehend the complex interplay of these factors. The report outlines the significant urbanization […]

Download Here While Nepal is one of the least urbanized countries, it is ranked among the rapidly urbanizing countries in South Asia. It has witnessed a dramatic rise in urban population from 17.07 percent to 66.08 percent. Critical drivers of rural migration include unemployment, access to quality education for the children, access to health facilities, […]