Instituting e-Government Procurement in Nepal Read more about Instituting e-Government Procurement in Nepal e-Government procurement (e-GP) promotes transparency, quality, and economic development as proven by Nepal’s experience.
Localizing Global Agendas: Introductory Statement Read more about Localizing Global Agendas: Introductory Statement Asia has seen remarkable growth in the last four decades though at the expense of inequality and environmental degradation. Lal Shanker Ghimire from the National Planning Commission of Nepal pointed out the need for Asia to move into a development model that considers economic, social, and environmental impacts.
Gender and Social Inclusion in Mini-grid Systems in Nepal: Approach and Challenges Read more about Gender and Social Inclusion in Mini-grid Systems in Nepal: Approach and Challenges This presentation discusses the existing policy and directives of Asian Development Bank (ADB) on gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) mainstreaming in the energy sector of Nepal. The GESI approach used by ADB as well as the challenges that impede its full realization in Nepal’s mini-grid systems are discussed.
Exploring Factors that Enhance and Restrict Women’s Empowerment through Electrification: Scoping Study Report Read more about Exploring Factors that Enhance and Restrict Women’s Empowerment through Electrification: Scoping Study Report This report examines how policy and practice may enhance women’s empowerment though electrification in rural areas in the South. It presents the results of a desk study in which empirical literature on women’s empowerment from electrification and international initiatives and national electricity policies in Kenya, India, and Nepal are studied.
100% Solar in South Asia: Implications for Technological and Social Transformation Read more about 100% Solar in South Asia: Implications for Technological and Social Transformation Smarter grid technology can enable India’s unusual diversity in electricity; however, there is no technological fix to socio-economic challenges and gender inequalities. The answers to the question about whether renewable energy technologies are inherently gender-friendly may provide invaluable insights.
Donated for a Cause: Land Transfers in DRILP Read more about Donated for a Cause: Land Transfers in DRILP The Decentralized Rural Infrastructure and Livelihood Project (DRILP) used a community-driven approach to bring much needed road and community infrastructure to Nepal's hill and mountain districts. It likewise built capacity for centralized governance. Three years after the project's approval, however, a resident filed a complaint against Asian Development Bank (ADB), claiming that local leaders and project staff coerced their family to sign the land transfer document. They threatened to file a case against ADB and other development partners if the project continues.
Community Rural Electrification in Nepal Read more about Community Rural Electrification in Nepal Nepal faces significant challenges in rural electrification, with less than 35% of the rural population electrified. Much has been done to address this such as increasing the grid-connected electrification rate in areas without electricity and empowering Electricity Users Cooperatives (EUCs). This case study presents an example of the process and results of the capacity building support provided to EUCs by an Asian Development Bank-supported project that aimed to increase rural poor women’s access to affordable, reliable, and clean energy sources and technologies.
A Regional Gender Assessment of Energy Policies and Programmes in South Asia Read more about A Regional Gender Assessment of Energy Policies and Programmes in South Asia The Asian Development Bank implemented a project that aimed to increase rural poor women’s access to affordable, reliable, and clean renewable energy sources and technologies in its three developing member countries in South Asia: Bhutan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. This report presents the findings of the review of national energy policies for the region that combined gender reviews and interactions with stakeholders.
Improving Gender Inclusive Access to Clean and Renewable Energy in Bhutan, Nepal and Sri Lanka Read more about Improving Gender Inclusive Access to Clean and Renewable Energy in Bhutan, Nepal and Sri Lanka Energy is a critical factor in any poverty reduction strategy. It is also essential for generating production, income, and employment. The Asian Development Bank rolled out a project in three of its developing member countries in South Asia—Bhutan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka—to help increase rural poor women’s access to affordable, reliable, and clean renewable energy sources and technologies. This paper presents an overview of the project, including its background, key strategies, results, and lessons.
Inclusive Energy Solutions in South Asia Read more about Inclusive Energy Solutions in South Asia This sub-regional conference on Going Beyond the Meter: Inclusive Energy Solutions in South Asia aims to provide a forum for lateral learning, through the exchange of useful experiences and showcasing of good practices in providing inclusive solutions, with a focus on gender equity, to address the challenges faced in developing the energy sector in South Asia.