Solar Electricity
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Solar Electricity, established in 1991, is a pioneer in solar home systems in the country. So far the company has lit up 1500 households in over 64 districts.
UN Habitat Nepal
As nearly half the country's people lack toilets and are vulnerable to easily-preventable communicable diseases, the UN-HABITAT launched its Kathmandu Valley Small Towns Water and Sanitation Initiative to tackle this problem. The community-based low cost sanitation and water supply project with an investment of USD 1 million for a town of 46,000. inhabitants.
Abari
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Abari was established as a socially and environmentally committed research, design and construction firm to promote the use of bamboo and earth for construction purposes. Abari's home grown construction technologies have been transferred to more than a dozen countries. Abari has planted bamboo and other high value crops along the degraded river bank of Madi, Chitwan which will be owned and managed by communities. It is also running a campaign to refurbish old government schools with ergonomic bamboo furniture.
Suryodaya Urja
Established more than a decade ago, Suryodaya Urja is a solar PV (Photovoltaics) systems distributor and installer in the country. In an effort to prevent accidents during load shedding, the company installed 175 sets of streetlights at the Bhutanese Refugee Camp, 48 sets of streetlights at Butwal Municipality and 12 sets of street lights at Patan Durbar Square. Other initiatives include installing PV pumping systems for water projects, 55,000 solar home systems and stand-alone PV systems for offices, FM stations, medical institutions and schools.
SmartPaani
The company offers rainwater harvesting, water recycling and filtration services and provides technical designs, installation, and maintenance of these systems in household and workplaces. More than 300 systems have been installed in Kathmandu so far.
Ministry of Environment
Ministry of Environment addresses issues relating to environmental conservation, pollution control, renewable energy promotion, environmental standards enforcement and monitoring, environmental impact assessment and climate change adaptation and mitigation. It aims to promote sustainable development through environmental protection.
APEC
Alternative Energy Promotion Centre is a semi- autonomous government body that endorses renewable energy technologies and efficient use of energy. APEC has been working in the areas of biogas, micro hydro, solar energy, improved cooking stove, improved water mill and bio fuel production in collaboration with donors and the government.
Solar Solutions
Solar Solutions provides solar energy solutions to both residential and commercial customers looking for better alternatives to the country's energy crisis. Solar Solutions was established in 2008 by energy professionals with wide range of experience in renewable energy technologies. The company is in the process of establishing a nation-wide network of branches to support their clientele and ensure quality of delivery, installation and after sales services.
Sun Works Nepal
Sun Works Nepal designs and manufactures solar related technologies. Its products include solar water heater, solar dryer, biomass dryer and improved cooking stove.
Crystal Vision
Crystal Vision International is the first public network marketing company in Nepal which distributes herbal products and services. The company aims to promote healthy lifestyle, encourage entrepreneurship and improve agricultural practices among farmers.
Borderlands Eco Adventure Resort
Borderlands Eco Adventure Resort offers an assortment of activities from a challenge down the mighty Bhotekoshi river, a canyon descent or simply relaxing in a peaceful environment. The company emphasises on community development and conservation of the environment.
Brihat Investments
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Brihat Investments works with other organisations to attract investments in the housing sector. One of their successful ventures includes a project in Sitapaila which incorporates a range of eco-friendly products. Their other project, Community Rental Home By Owner (CRBO) is already a pioneer in the field of hospitality and housing. They are also developing knowledgeable and trustworthy real estate marketing agents through training and education programs.
Gham Power
For the past two years, Gham Power has been actively encouraging Nepalis in the valley and beyond to use solar energy. With over 100 clients including the US Embassy, Maiti Nepal offices and Druk Amitabha Monastery, this upcoming solar company is actively trying to increase the usage of sunlight for everyday use in businesses or homes. Gham Power is also the authorised dealer for Solar Power, a Californian company that produces solar panels.
WEPCO
The Women's Environment Preservation Committee was founded in 1992 and is actively involved in teaching women and students about the local environment and conservation methods. Known for its innovative ideas in tackling solid waste, the organisation has carried out community composting, home composting, vermi-composting, paper collection, recycling and bio-gas production from organic waste.
