The Unseen Story in Our Trash: A Journey Through Kathmandu Valley’s Waste
By Janney Kayastha, When we throw away our garbage, we rarely think about where it goes. But last month, “where it goes” has been my entire world. As someone involved in waste characterization, I’ve had the unique opportunity to get my hands dirty and truly understand the waste problem here in the Kathmandu Valley. From […]
Kathmandu’s Air Is a Crisis — So Why Are We Still Silent?
By Pragya, This April 3, Kathmandu ranked among the most polluted cities in the world. On that day, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the valley surged to 348, entering the “hazardous” category. In the days that followed, the numbers stayed dangerously high, often remaining well above the levels considered safe for human health. The […]
Ethical Consumerism: Vote from your wallet on environmental sustainability
Ethical consumerism in the present context has been a buzzword in the modern world. People are becoming more aware of the value of their purchasing decisions that impact the environment, economy, and sustainability. From economy to environmental sustainability, the word is going to new heights. So what is ethical consumerism? What are our roles? How […]
A Promising and Beneficial Alternative to Plastic
A wide range of synthetic or semi-synthetic materials that use polymers as its main ingredient is known as plastics. Without a doubt, the introduction of plastics has revolutionized them as they have become an integral part but concerns about their sustainability have been raised by their effects on the environment. As the world looks for […]
Three Green Cycling
Recycling, Downcycling and Upcycling Basically the common word from these three words denotes cycling i.e. practice of maintaining a circle. Recycling: Upcycling: Downcycling:
Waste management In Birgunj Metropolitan City: A Case Study
Nestled in the heart of Nepal’s Parsa district, Birgunj Metropolitan City occupies a significant economic and industrial hub with it being the second-largest city in Terai and the fifth-largest city in Nepal. As Birgunj Metropolitan City in Nepal experiences rapid urbanization and population growth, the challenges surrounding solid waste management have intensified. The surge in […]
Urban Sustainability- Addressing Waste Challenges in Growing Cities
Imagine the bustling cities around the world, with rapidly growing people and buildings. But amidst this progress, there’s a problem that needs to be addressed: waste management. Picture the crowded streets, filled with waste that isn’t properly disposed of. It’s not just an eyesore; it harms the environment and our health. One of the key […]
Carbon Accounting: Understanding GHG Emissions and Its Importance for Businesses
Carbon accounting is essential in regard to the ongoing effects of climate change, and it is now more crucial than ever for businesses to be aware of their environmental impact. Companies and organizations may quantify their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions using a method called carbon accounting. By doing this, companies may better understand how their […]
How You Can Protect Yourself and Waste Workers from COVID-19
Even though we may have now become accustomed to sanitizing our hands and social distancing, COVID-19 is still very much a pandemic in 2021. Some of us may be a little more protected than others from COVID if we are lucky to work from home or can avoid large crowds when going to work either […]
Bamboo: A Sustainable Alternative
The word ‘bamboo’, comes from the Dutch or Portuguese language and is popularly known as bans in Nepal. Bamboo is an evergreen perennial flowering plant which is available throughout the country, and at different altitudes throughout the world. Bamboo comprises many different species, all of which have unique growth rates and characteristics. Due to varying […]