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Watershed Health Report
Watershed Health Report (English)This watershed health report is one of several being written for watersheds across western Nepal to inform development visions and processes...
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Watershed Health Report
Watershed Health Report (Nepali)पश्चिम नेपालका विभिन्न जलाधार क्षेत्रको विकास सम्बन्धि दृष्टिकोण र प्रक्रियाहरुको बारेमा जानकारी गराउनको लागि विभिन्न प्रतिवेदन तयार पारिएका...
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Watershed Profiles
Watershed ProfileThis profile provides critical baseline information for local government, community, civil society, and private sector stakeholders within t...
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Watershed Profile Sub Products
Watershed Profile BriefersThis watershed Profile Briefer is one of several being written for watersheds across western Nepal to inform development visions and process...
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Watershed Profile Sub Products
Watershed Profile Briefers (Nepali)पश्चिम नेपालका विभिन्न जलाधार क्षेत्रको विकास सम्बन्धि दृष्टिकोण र प्रक्रियाहरुको बारेमा जानकारी गराउनको लागि विभिन्न प्रतिवेदन तयार पारिएका...
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Watershed Profile Sub Products
Watershed Profile Posters (Nepali)पश्चिम नेपालका विभिन्न जलाधार क्षेत्रको विकास सम्बन्धि दृष्टिकोण र प्रक्रियाहरुको बारेमा जानकारी गराउनको लागि विभिन्न प्रतिवेदन तयार पारिएका...
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Journal Articles
The politics of river basin planning and state transformation processes in NepalSince the late 1990s, river basin planning has become a central idea in water resources management and a mainstream approach supported by in...
Diana Suhardimana, Ram C. Bastakotib, Emma Karki, Luna Bharati download -
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Hydrological response of Chamelia watershed in Mahakali Basin to climate changeThe first study evaluating spatio-temporal distribution in water availability to climate change in Chamelia. ...
Vishnu Prasad Pandey , Sanita Dhaubanjar, Luna Bharati, Bhesh Raj Thapa download -
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Spatio-temporal distribution of water availability in Karnali-Mohana Basin, Western Nepal: Hydrological model development using multi-site calibration approach (Part-A)This study has developed a hydrological model using multi-site calibration approach for a large basin, the Karnali-Mohana (KarMo) in Western...
Vishnu Prasad Pandey, Sanita Dhaubanjar, Luna Bharati, Bhesh Raj Thapa download -
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Climate futures for Western Nepal based on regional climate models in the CORDEX-SAWith the objective to provide a basis for regional climate models (RCMs) selection and ensemble generation for climate impact assessments, w...
Sanita Dhaubanjar, Vishnu Prasad Pandey, Luna Bharati download -
Journal Articles
Putting Power and Politics Central in Nepal’s Water GovernancePower relations and the politics shaping and reshaping these relations are key in determining spaces of influence in water governance. Nonet...
Diana Suhardiman, Emma Karki, Ram Bastakoti download -
Journal Articles
Spatial politics and local alliances shaping Nepal hydropowerThis paper investigates the spatial dimension of power relations and the shaping of local alliances through a hydropower development project...
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Journal Articles
Unravelling gendered practices in the public water sector in NepalDespite decades of gender mainstreaming in the water sector, a wide gap between policy commitments and out-comes remains. This study aims at...
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Journal Articles
Women who do not migrate – Social interactions and participation in Western NepalWhile evidence of a relationship between migration and agency among left-behind women exists, these linkages are not as straightforward as t...
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Journal Articles
Climate Shocks and Responses in Karnali-Mahakali Basins, Western NepalThe Himalayas are highly susceptible to the impacts of climate change, as it consequently increases the vulnerability of downstream communit...
Vishnu Prasad Pandey, Akriti Sharma , Sanita Dhaubanjar , Luna Bharati and Indu Raj Joshi download -
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Water diversion induced changes in aquatic biodiversity in monsoon- dominated rivers of Western Himalayas in Nepal: Implications for environmental flowsWater diversion projects across the world, for drinking water, energy production and irrigation, have threatened riverine ecosystems and org...
Ram Devi Tachamo Shah, Subodh Sharma, Luna Bharati download -
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Balancing intersectoral demands in basin-scale planning: The case of Nepal’s western river basinsBasin-wide planning requires tools and strategies that allow comparison of alternative pathways and priorities at relevant spatial and tempo...
Emily L. Pakhtigian, Marc Jeuland, Sanita Dhaubanjar, Vishnu Prasad Pandey download -
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Valuing the Environmental Costs of Local Development: Evidence From Households in Western NepalEnvironmental quality is rarely prioritized along the development pathways of developing countries, even though little is known about how in...
Emily L. Pakhtigiana, Marc Jeuland download -
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Hydro-Economic Modeling Framework to Address Water-Energy-Environment-Food Nexus Questions at River Basin ScaleIncreasing competition for water resources among multiple economic and social sectors calls for efficient allocation of water and intelligent...
Aditya Sood, Emily L. Pakhtigian, Maksud Bekchanov, and Marc Jeuland download -
Management Plans
RARA NATIONAL PARK AND ITS BUFFER ZONE MANAGEMENT PLAN 2076/77-2080/81Rara National Park (RNP), was established in 2032 B.S, and gazetted in 2034/4/24 B.S., is one of the pioneer protected areas of Nepal. The P...
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Journal Articles
Real Time Data Analysis of West Rapti River Basin of NepalFloods are the most widespread climate-related hazards in the world, and they impact more people globally than any other type of natural dis...
Rocky Talchabhadel, Rajendra Sharma download -
Working Papers
From the Mountains to the Plains: Impact of Climate Change on Water Resources in the Koshi River BasinThis paper was prepared by the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) under the Koshi Basin Programme led by the International Cent...
Luna Bharati, Utsav Bhattarai, Ambika Khadka, Pabitra Gurung, Luis E. Neumann, David J. Penton, Sanita Dhaubanjar and Santosh Nepal download -
Technical Reports
Assessment of Water Resources Management & Freshwater Biodiversity in NepalTo conduct country-level water resources management (WRM) and freshwater biodiversity (FWB) analyses for Nepal in order to inform the desig...
George F. Taylor II, Mark R. Weinhold, Susan B. Adams, Nawa Raj Khatiwada, Tara Nidhi Bhattarai and Sona Shakya download -
Technical Reports
Fish Sanctuary Delineation Protocol: Riverscape Level Aquatic Biodiversity Conservation in NepalConsidering the threats to river ecosystems, aquatic biodiversity, and to strengthen human and ecological resilience of the communities, esp...
Deep Narayan Shah, Ramji Bogati, Purna Chandra Lal Rajbhandari, Bhumika Sunuwar, Kedar Rijal, and Dinesh Raj Bhuju download -
Technical Reports
Proposal for Fish Sanctuary Declarationthe proposal aims to facilitate the establishment of a fish sanctuary focusing on the conservation of keystone species like Mahseer (Tor pu...
Ramji Bogati, Deep Narayan Shah, Purna Chandra Lal Rajbhandari, Bhumika Sunuwar, Kedar Rijal, and Dinesh Raj Bhuju download -
Research Briefs
Paani Research BriefsBriefs produced out of major research activity of USAID Paani Program. The briefs present the background of the study, major findings, and r...
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Project Reports
WATERSHED MANAGEMENT CASE STUDY: NEPAL Review and assessment of watershed management strategies and approachesThis case study provides an in-depth analysis of Nepal’s views, efforts and achievements in watershed management. Its primary objective is, ...
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Technical Briefs
A Multi-Disciplinary Assessment of Biodiversity and Socio- Economic Status of the Karnali River of NepalNepal, with her rich water resources, provides a home for over 230 native fish species of local origin. For generations, fisher folks have b...
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Project Reports
INTEGRATED WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ACTIVITY-NEPAL FINAL REPORTDuring this two-year activity (2018 – 2020), IWMA collaborated with ten USAID Nepal implementing partners (IPs) carrying out water security-...
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Management Plans
Rara Ramsar Site Management PlanRara Lake is the largest lake in Nepal, supporting endangered and vulnerable fauna and flora, including endemic species and supporting migra...
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Journal Articles
Delineation of spring recharge zones using environmental isotopes to support climate-resilient interventions in two mountainous catchments in Far-Western NepalThough springs are the primary source of water for communities in the mid-hills of Nepal, an in-depth scientific understanding of spring sys...
Karthikeyan Matheswaran & Ambika Khadka & Sanita Dhaubanjar & Luna Bharati & Sudhir Kumar & Surendra Shrestha download -
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Vanishing Springs in Nepalese Mountains: Assessment of Water Sources, Farmers' Perceptions, and Climate Change AdaptationTo enhance drinking water supplies and ensure the agricultural, ecological, and environmental integrity of the watershed, initiatives such a...
Poudel, Durga D., and Duex, Timothy download -
Technical Reports
Water Commons and Transboundary RiversFresh water is essential for the survival of the humans and their well-being. Its availability and distribution in adequate quantity and qua...
Anustha Shrestha and Sristi Silwal download -
Technical Reports
Water Commons and Transboundary RiversFresh water is essential for the survival of the humans and their well-being. Its availability and distribution in adequate quantity and qua...
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Cooperation or conflict in transboundary water management: case study of South AsiaThe transboundary Himalayan rivers flowing through Bhutan, Nepal, India and Bangladesh provide a golden opportunity to improve the standard o...
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Rich water, poor people: Potential for transboundary flood management between Nepal and IndiaThere has been an increase in the frequency and intensity of floods in the region straddling Nepal and northern Bihar. Stricken by acute pove...
Nishikant Gupta , Santosh Dahal, Anil Kumar, Chandan Kumar, Mukul Kumar, Anil Maharjan, Dinesh Mishra, Abinash Mohanty, Allwyn Navaraj, Sanjay Pandey, Anjal Prakash, Eklavya Prasad, Kanchan Shrestha, Mandira Singh Shrestha, Rajan Subedi, Toya Subedi, Rakesh Tiwary, Ramesh Tuladhar, Aparna Unni download -
Technical Reports
NATIONAL RAMSAR STRATEGY AND ACTION PLAN, NEPAL (2018-2024)National Ramsar Strategy and Action Plan (2018-2024) covers the background of wetlands including Ramsar sites management practices in Nepal;...
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Technical Reports
High Altitude Wetlands of NepalAll the HAWs designated as Ramsar sites are located within national park bound-aries and hence protected under various national acts within ...
Lalit Kumar and Pramod Lamsal download -
Project Reports
USAID Paani Program Final Summary Vol I & IIPaani Program Final Summary Vol I presents Paani's cumulative results, outcomes, and achievements for implementing five years Freshwater Bio...
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Technical Reports
Basin Water Allocation Planning: Principles, Procedures and Approaches for Basin Allocation PlanningAs water scarcity has increased globally, water allocation plans and agreements have taken on increasing significance in resolving internati...
Robert Speed, Li Yuanyuan, Tom Le Quesne, Guy Pegram, Zhou Zhiwei download -
Technical Reports
SEDIMENT TRANSPORT IN THE RIVERS OF NEPALThis report aims to explore available data as a basis for better modeling spatial patterns of sediment origins and sediment transport in the...
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Technical Briefs
SYSTEM-SCALE PLANNING TO SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS AND CONSERVATION OF FRESHWATER RESOURCES FOR PEOPLE AND NATURESYSTEM-SCALE PLANNING TO SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS AND CONSERVATION OF FRESHWATER RESOURCES FOR PEOPLE AND NATURE ...
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Technical Reports
Improving Climate Resilience of Vulnerable Communities and Ecosystems in the Gandaki River Basin, NepalWhile water resources for ecosystems are becoming scarcer, the increase of extreme climate-related events such as landslides and floods thre...
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CLIMATE RISK PROFILE NEPALA landlocked country located in the Himalayan mountain range, Nepal is one of the world’s poorest developing countries, with a quarter of it...
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Technical Reports
Water Resources of Nepal in the context of Climate ChangeWater and its availability and quality will be the main pressures on, and issues for, societies and the environment under climate change. “...
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Technical Reports
Hydropower Development in Nepal - Climate Change, Impacts and ImplicationsNepal has endowed high potential of water resources, covering 395,000 ha (48%) area within 45,000 km in length of 6000 rivers with 170 billi...
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Technical Reports
Promoting Sustainable Hydropower Development in NepalIn the recent time, hydropower sector is under intense scrutiny globally. In the national context, effective utilization of hydropower can b...
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IEC/ Training & Advocacy Tools
ADVOCACY FOR HEALTHY RIVERS A GUIDE FOR CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS IN NEPALThis book is an informational guide for Nepali citizens and civil society organizations (CSOs) that wish to know more about sustainable inf...
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Technical Reports
IMPACTS OF AGGREGATE MINING ON AQUATIC BIODIVERSITYThe Mahakali and Karnali rivers belong to the Bhabar zone of the Indo-Gangetic Plain, Nepal Himalaya. These snow fed rivers flowing north to...
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Technical Reports
NEPAL ROAD SECTOR ASSESSMENT STUDYThis Road Sector Assessment Study has been prepared by the World Bank with the active involvement of the Government of Nepal, the Department...
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Journal Articles
PRESENT STATUS AND UTILIZATION OF THE MINERAL RESOURCES IN NEPALThis paper explores the present status and utilization trends of the mineral resources in Nepal. It is mainly due to mineral resources are p...
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Management Plans
Irrigation Master Plan 2019Agriculture is an important part of the Nepali economy and social fabric, contributing an estimated 27% of the GDP in 2017 (source: indexmun...
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Technical Reports
Irrigation Policy, 2060Realizing the pivotal role of irrigation in increasing agricultural production and productivity, Nepalese farmers have been traditionally ...
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Technical Reports
Political Economy Analysis to Identify Champions for Freshwater Policy Change and Conservation of Aquatic BiodiversityThis political economic analysis (PEA) examines the challenges facing freshwater biodiversity in Nepal’s Mahakali, Karnali and West Rapti (M...
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Technical Reports
MANAGEMENT OF AQUATIC INVASIVE PLANT AND ANIMAL SPECIES IN NEPALFloral and faunal species, either terrestrial or aquatic, which grow and flourish away from their natural habitats and which influence nativ...
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Technical Reports
A FISHERIES CONSERVATION FRAMEWORK FOR NEPALThis FCF, incorporating a Fish Market Strategy, draws upon the results of detailed stakeholder engagement activities undertaken in Nepal, at...
ARTHUR NEILAND, MARTIN VAN BRAKEL, MADHAV SHRESTHA, RAM CHANDRA SEDAI download -
Technical Reports
FLOOD HAZARD MAPPING OF SELECTED WATERSHEDS ACROSS THE KARNALI, MAHAKALI AND RAPTI RIVER BASINSAs a country, Nepal is highly prone to natural disasters due to steep, high-relief slopes, complex geology with active tectonic processes, f...
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FLOOD HAZARD MAPPING OF SELECTED WATERSHEDS ACROSS THE KARNALI, MAHAKALI AND RAPTI RIVER BASINSAs a country, Nepal is highly prone to natural disasters due to steep, high-relief slopes, complex geology with active tectonic processes, f...
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Technical Reports
ASSESSMENT OF NATURE-BASED TOURISM POTENTIAL IN THE KARNALI RIVER BASINThe development and growth of nature-based ecotourism is one of the project’s strategies to strengthen river-based economic opportunities, t...
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Technical Reports
HIGH CONSERVATION VALUE RIVER ASSESSMENT - METHODOLOGY AND RESULTSA High Conservation Value River (HCVR) as defined within the Nepali context is a clean, highly connected or free flowing river or stretch th...
Günther Grill (McGill University), Michele Thieme (WWF-US), Jibesh Kumar K.C. (WWF Nepal), Natalie Shahbol (WWF-US), Rajesh Sada (WWF-Nepal), Rafael Schmitt (Stanford University), Jeff Opperman (WWF-US), and Erik Martin (TNC) download -
Technical Reports
SEDIMENT TRANSPORT IN THE RIVERS OF NEPALHigh relief, monsoonal rain and rapid uplift drive erosion processes in the Himalayas make the rivers of the region outstanding in terms of ...
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Journal Articles
Status of springs in mountain watershed of western NepalThe study, conducted in western hilly areas of Nepal, inventoried and mapped over 4,222 springs from five different watersheds. The study sh...
t Adhikari, Anup Gurung, Raju Chauhan, Deepak Rijal, Bhawani S. Dongol, Dibit Aryal, and Rocky Talchabhadel download -
Technical Reports
SYSTEM SCALE PLANNING METHODOLOGYSystem scale planning (SSP) is a planning framework that is quantitative, multi criteria and multi project. Its purpose is to support decis...
Erik Martin (TNC), Günther Grill (McGill University), Rajesh Sada (WWF-Nepal), and Jeff Opperman (WWF-US download -
Technical Reports
INVENTORY OF FISH BIODIVERSITY AND ASSOCIATED THREATS IN THE KARNALI, RAPTI AND MAHAKALI RIVER BASINSThis document summarizes our fish inventory and assessment to catalogue and categorize all present species in Nepal, including the locations...
SURESH WAGLE, DEEPAK RIJAL AND ARUN PAUDEL download -
Technical Reports
ENERGY OPTIONS ASSESSMENTThe EOA employs a joint capacity expansion and production cost model called SWITCH, which was specifically adapted to produce a Nepal versi...
JUAN PABLO CARVALLO, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY ISA FERRALL, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY DANIEL M. KAMMEN, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY JOERG HARTMAN, WORLD WILDLIFE FUND-US RAJESH SADA, WORLD WILDLIFE FUND-NEPAL JEFF OPPERMAN, WORLD WILDLIFE FUND-US download -
Technical Reports
Strategic Considerations for River Conservation Legislation in Nepalhe Karnali River is Nepal’s longest and mightiest river, a living example of natural heritage, a source of livelihood for thousands of peopl...
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Karnali River Corridor Management FrameworkThe Karnali River is Nepal’s longest and mightiest river, a living example of natural heritage, a source of livelihood for thousands of peop...
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PAANI INITIATIVES FOR SUSTAINABLE HYDROPOWER DEVELOPMENTSustainable Hydropower Advocacy Strategy Support the Government of Nepal in realizing its energy and economic development goals while also c...
MARJO CURGUS, DEL CORAZON CONSULTIN download -
Journal Articles
Water crises in a water-rich country: case studies from rural watersheds of Nepal’s mid-hillsThe ground survey revealed that most of the rural communities in the mid-hills have an unreliable water supply. According to the local stake...
Anup Gurunga, Sanot Adhikari, Raju Chauhan, Sudeep Thakuri, Selina Nakarmi, Sarita Ghale, Bhawani S. Dongol and Deepak Rijal download -
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Assessment of Spring Water Quality in the Rural Watersheds of Western NepalA preliminary study was conducted to analyze the water quality of spring waters in rural watershed of Western Nepal. 155 spring water sample...
Anup Gurung, Sanot Adhikari, Raju Chauhan, Sudeep Thakuri, Selina Nakarmi, Deepak Rijal, Bhawani S. Dongol download -
IEC/ Training & Advocacy Tools
Pictorial Guide for Water Quality AssesmentThe pictorial guide will provide a procedure for the citizen scientists to assess the spring water sources and their quality. ...
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