Event: Training on Planning and Design of Smart Linear Infrastructure for Biodiversity Protection Biodiversity Conservation, Ecological Corridors and Transportation Infrastructure in Nepal 25 April 2022 Author / Speaker Baburam Lamichhane View File Nepal is host to a rich biodiversity, with about 212 species of mammals, 887 species of birds, 177 species of herpeto-fauna, and 220 species of birds. About 45% of the land is still forested while about 24% is protected. Due to the government’s efforts in environmental protection and conservation, important mammals such as tigers and rhinoceros are observed to be increasing in population over the most recent years. However, loss/degradation of habitats and dispersal corridors due to infrastructure such as roads—projected to increase by 18,000 kilometers more by 2050—is slowly threatening the survival of these important creatures. The government is, therefore, taking appropriate measures to improve design and planning of linear infrastructure. At the heart is the endorsement of wildlife friendly infrastructure construction Directives by the government. Disclaimer The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) or its Board of Governors or the governments they represent. ADB does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this publication and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. By making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area, or by using the term “country” in this document, ADB does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Download Topics Agriculture and Natural Resources Capacity Development Environment Transport