OUR STORY

Nepal Climate Hub was envisioned by Bibek, our founder, who recognized the need for a centralized climate platform after participating in the Local Conference of Youth Nepal 2023, part of YOUNGO, the official youth constituency of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).

Coming from a tech background, with little to no knowledge of climate change, he struggled to find clear, accessible information on local climate initiatives. The scattered and incomplete resources on the internet made it difficult to understand Nepal's climate landscape and take meaningful action. Realizing that others faced the same challenge, he envisioned a digital hub to simplify the climate journey for people like him.

In March 2024, he joined the Climatebase Fellowship – an accelerator program for ambitious, mission-driven professionals in climate – where he teamed up with Elaine, Manon, and Tara to bring this idea to life. What began as a capstone project has now evolved into Nepal Climate Hub - a growing non-profit led by a passionate multidisciplinary team, driving action for a climate-resilient Nepal.

Our Mission

Our mission is to educate, connect, and empower Nepal's youth to drive meaningful climate action.

Our Vision

A climate-resilient Nepal led by informed, engaged, and empowered young people.

The Challenge

Despite growing climate activism, Nepal's youth face significant barriers:

Climate protest with youth holding a globe balloon

Fragmented, Inaccessible Information

Climate resources, opportunities, and updates are scattered across niche networks and social media, making it difficult for young people to find structured, accessible, and beginner-friendly information to navigate their climate journey.

Lack of Visibility and Collaboration

Many individuals and organizations engaged in climate action struggle to gain recognition, limiting their ability to expand their impact and collaborate effectively.

Limited and Unequal Youth Engagement

Youth participation in climate action is mostly confined to environmental disciplines, restricting diverse perspectives and innovation. Moreover, climate events are often centered in Kathmandu, creating accessibility barriers for youth across Nepal.

Our Solution

Nepal Climate Hub is a one-stop digital hub where Nepal's climate community can stay informed, unified, and empowered to amplify their voices for greater impact and reach.

Who is this platform for?

Students, professionals, experts, academicians, and researchers

Climate organizations including youth-lead and college clubs

Climate activists and advocates

Nepalese climate diaspora

What we offer

Opportunities:

Volunteering, jobs, internships, fellowships

Events:

Workshops, capacity-building programs, training, conferences

News:

National and international climate news

Resources:

Curated, beginner-friendly climate guides

By bridging knowledge gaps and fostering collaboration, we're building a stronger, more inclusive climate movement in Nepal.

Our Team

We are a passionate, multidisciplinary team from seven provinces of Nepal, and outside.

Leadership

Monica is a climate activist and founder of Mulin Ventures - a sustainability startup. She has trained 30+ teachers, reached 2,500+ students in climate education, and led major events including Nepal's first Local Conference of Youth and the Climate Action Simulation. She won the 2023 LOF Youth Award and spoke at TEDxKamalPokhari on climate and mental health.

Monica Neupane

Executive Director

Samridhi is a communications professional with 5+ years of experience in research, writing, and advocacy. As Sr. Editorial Associate at ICIMOD, she shaped narratives on climate resilience, sustainable livelihoods, and regional cooperation. An economics and political science graduate, she's passionate about climate communications and environmental governance.

Samridhi Tuladhar

President

Hikmat is a USYC 2025 member and computer science graduate passionate about technology, climate solutions, and data-driven innovation. He began his climate journey in Surkhet, later representing Nepal at the COP29 Simulation in Egypt. In 2024, he was a Climate Change AI Fellow and now serves as VP of Nepal Climate Hub, driving youth engagement and action.

Hikmat Budha Chettri

Vice President

Alisha is a recent forestry graduate, WWF scholar, and 2025 EU Youth Sounding Board member. For the past three years, she has advocated for climate justice through groups like Digo Bikas Institute and NYCA Hetauda. Beyond climate advocacy, she is passionate about wildlife and conservation, and is committed to raising awareness and driving positive change.

Alisha Mulmi

Secretary

Iesha is an alumni of Women LEAD Nepal, graduating in 2021, and a fellow of Authentic Leadership Institute Nepal. She is currently studying law at Nepal Law Campus and has been working on women empowerment initiatives. Iesha is also passionate about climate justice and advocates for a sustainable and equitable future.

Iesha Bhandari

Treasurer

Climate Communication

Rashika is an Environmental Engineer and Climatebase Fellow with experience in climate change and waste management projects. She is currently leading a project, supported by the Young Scientist Program Grant (2024/2025) from the Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST), that focuses on reducing food waste. She is passionate about sustainability, climate policy and mitigation, and pollution control.

Rashika Pandit

Scientific Writer

Nischal Raj is a Youth Representative at the World Food Forum, and a Global Youth Ambassador at Theirworld. He also serves as a Plastic Free NextGen Fellow and has been recognized as a South Asian Climate Justice Fellow and Resilient Youth Network Fellow. His work focuses on climate-smart agriculture, food security, and policy advocacy, with passions for sustainability, climate resilience, organic farming, and community empowerment.

Nischal Raj Gautam

Creative Writer

Dipika Khadka is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Environmental Science and is passionate about geospatial science and climate action. She served as Content and Media Coordinator at NYCA and believes meaningful storytelling drives action. Dipika thrives on connecting with people, learning from diverse perspectives, and blending science and creativity to inspire awareness and community-driven climate solutions.

Dipika Khadka

Climate Storyteller

Yadav Singh Dhami is a postgraduate in rural development, co-author of studies on climate vulnerability in Western Nepal, and a contributor on climate resilience and governance. Former MEAL intern at The Small World, he is an independent researcher with field experience in impact assessment, FGD facilitation, and stakeholder coordination. Yadav is actively involved in youth leadership and passionate about bridging data, storytelling, and community empowerment.

Yadav Singh Dhami

Provincial Lead (Sudurpaschim)

Susmita Aryal is a Kathmandu-based published Author and Independent Journalist. A graduate in English Literature and Journalism, she brings years of writing and publishing experience. With a genuine love for art and storytelling, her works extensively center around communications. Curious about international affairs, she is currently pursuing a Master’s in International Relations and Diplomacy.

Susmita Aryal

Content Lead

Monika Bhatt is an Agriculture undergraduate interning at the National Plant Pathology Research Center. She leads a NAST Young Scientist Research Grant (2024/2025) on automated nutrient analysis of Ganoderma lucidum grown on different agro-waste substrates. Passionate about writing, communication, hiking, and climate change mitigation, Monika blends scientific curiosity with creativity to advance sustainable agricultural innovation.

Monika Bhatt

Creative Writer

Tech Team

Mukesh is a software engineer passionate about building software that solves real-world problems and improves lives. He enjoys learning new technologies and sharing his knowledge on software development, productivity, and life. Mukesh is also very keen on open source and is a member of the Nepal Open Source Klub.

Mukesh Kumar Chaudhary

Sr. Software Engineer

Nischal is an undergraduate Software Engineering student and web developer with expertise in React and Node.js. Passionate about problem-solving, he has led teams to win 10 hackathons. Actively involved in CSR initiatives like Teach to Learn sessions, he mentors aspiring developers and is dedicated to building innovative solutions and exploring new technologies.

Nischal Tamang

Software Engineer

Nikita Budhathoki is a product designer with a background in Computer Science and Information Technology. She has been actively involved in community-based initiatives that connect her to social and environmental issues. Alongside her design work, she explores traditional art forms like mandala and thanka to express cultural and personal narratives. Nikita is passionate about using design and creativity to raise awareness and inspire action on climate and sustainability.

Nikita Budhathoki

Creative Director

Nirmal Pandey is an AI Engineer at Nepal Climate Hub and a Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence graduate from Lambton College, Canada. With a strong background as a Software Engineer, he brings strong technical expertise to advancing climate initiatives through data-driven solutions. Passionate about leveraging technology for environmental advocacy, he develops innovative approaches to support sustainable development and climate resilience in Nepal.

Nirmal Pandey

AI Engineer

Jyoti Sapkota is an emerging UI/UX Designer from Nepal with a background in Electronics and Communication Engineering. Passionate about knowledge sharing, she has actively contributed to mentoring and community initiatives, including Women Leaders in Technology (WLiT), and has engaged in various speaking sessions on design awareness and personal development.

Jyoti Sapkota

UI/UX Designer

Yunika Shakya is a UI/UX Designer at Vrit Technologies, specializing in user experience design and collaborative, user-centered solutions. A 2024 graduate in Computer Science and Information Technology from Prime College, she also mentors aspiring designers at SkillShikshya. Yunika blends technical expertise with a passion for growth, creativity, and innovation in the design field.

Yunika Shakya

UI/UX Designer

Neha Shrestha is a UI/UX Designer with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. She began her career as a Frontend Developer before transitioning into design, driven by her passion for creating user-friendly and visually engaging digital experiences. Neha blends creativity with technical expertise to craft intuitive, meaningful designs and enjoys continuous learning, problem-solving, and making a positive impact through design.

Neha Shrestha

Senior UI/UX Designer

Tarun Thapa is a motion designer and video editor with over two years of experience working with IT companies and creative agencies. With a background in Information and Management, he now freelances, helping brands and creators tell their stories through engaging motion graphics and visually driven videos.

Tarun Thapa

Video Editor

Sajan Thapa is a Software Engineer who enjoys learning, collaborating, and creating impactful solutions. He values curiosity, teamwork, and continuous growth.

Sajan Thapa

Software Engineer

Board

Bibek is an Erasmus Mundus Scholar pursuing a Master's in Geospatial Technologies. With two years of experience building and mentoring technical communities, he was honored with the South Asia Gold Ambassador award by Microsoft in 2023. He was also a fellow at Authentic Leadership Institute Nepal (2023), a Climatebase fellow (2024), and is passionate about climate action!

Bibek Pant

Founder

Gayatri is a final-year forestry student and president of SAFE-Nepal, a youth coalition for environmental health and biodiversity conservation. For the past three years, she has been working on conservation projects promoting climate justice and sustainable practices. Gayatri is inspired by nature and committed to collective action for a greener future.

Gayatri Bhattarai

Digital Community Manager

Saroj is a seasoned software engineer since 2017 and has led government tech projects and startups like Investiaa and EasyUnsub as a Project Lead. Currently, he is pursuing a Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence at Kathmandu University, furthering his expertise in AI technologies and their applications to drive innovation and technological advancements.

Er. Saroj Dahal

Chief Technology Officer

Advisors

A seasoned New York design leader in digital products and brand experiences. Elaine is passionate about influencing human behaviors and sustainable outcomes. Inspired by regenerative travel in the Himalayas to contribute to this Nepal community climate initiative.

Elaine Shum

Design

A technical product manager skilled in building community and database products. Manon has a background in international law and French diplomacy at the UN, giving her a global perspective. An avid nature lover and hiker, her passion for the outdoors led her to this climate initiative.

Manon Jacquin

Product

An experienced San Francisco Bay Area chief of staff and leader in communications and project management with a background in environmental science. Inspired by the power of science and collective action to build a sustainable future.

Tara Marathe

Communication

Former Members

Avash Ghimire is a software engineer passionate about all things tech. He turns caffeine into code and ideas into reality, always chasing the next big challenge. His ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams makes him a valuable asset to any team. He also writes blogs occasionally… when he's not busy procrastinating.

Avash Ghimire

Sr. Software Engineer

Milan is a UX/UI Designer with over three years of experience, focused on marketing materials and improving web experiences for people and businesses. He has worked across EdTech, FinTech, PropTech, HealthTech, and Productivity, aiming to help people through design. Milan holds an undergraduate degree in BICT and is passionate about anything that keeps him inspired and excited.

Milan Shrestha

UI/UX Designer

Acknowledgement

Climatebase Fellowship for uniting the founding team to create this knowledge hub.

Individuals and climate champions who supported us during our early stages: Shreya K.C., Prakriti Koirala, Abhishek Shrestha, Sagar Koirala, Dikshya Subedi, Anjali Sai Chalise, Monica Neupane, Ghanshyam Bhattarai, Preity Gurung, Gauri Jaiswal, Pratima Khadgi, Pratisha Joshi, and Anita Panthi, Rubina Bhattarai, and Jastina Kirati Rai.

Unsplash for the beautiful images of Nepal by photographer Julius Zetzsche, Pawan Thapa, Rojan K.C, Kerensa Pickett, Diego Gennaro, Manuel Meurisse, Bernd Dittrich, Shankar Aryans, Ghana Shyam Khadka and Simon Berger.

Climate visuals courtesy of World Food Forum Nepal, Nepalese Youth for Climate Action, Local Conference of Youth Nepal, SAFE-Nepal, The Great Nepali Diaspora, and People's Climate Mobilisation – Nepal.