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SHREE RAM SUBEDI

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Nepal ranks as the third most-polluted country in the world

Published On: August 30, 2024 12:40 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Aug 30: An international report has indicated that Nepal has ranked as the third most-polluted country in the world, due to the presence of very small hazardous particles in the atmosphere.

Failure is Not an Option for Nepal

Published On: June 10, 2024 10:25 AM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

Nepal's susceptibility to the impacts of climate change underscores the urgent need for decisive action and substantial financial assistance. Despite this pressing need, Nepal's efforts to attract the necessary climate finance have been notably inadequate.

Govt proposes establishment of National Climate Authority to tackle climate change challenges

Published On: March 11, 2024 08:30 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, March 11: A proposal has been put forward to establish a dedicated and powerful authority in Nepal to combat the escalating crisis of climate change, as outlined in the 'Climate Change Bill-2080 BS' prepared by the Nepal Law Commission.

Nepal's NIMB Bank receives accreditation from Green Climate Fund for climate action investments

Published On: March 9, 2024 04:45 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, March 9: The Green Climate Fund, widely regarded as the world's largest fund for developing countries, has granted accreditation to Nepal Investment Mega Bank Limited (NIMB) to invest in climate action. The 38th meeting of the Fund's Board of Directors held on Thursday in Kigali, Rwanda, Africa, made this decision.

Empowering Change: Climate Activist Bhatta leads efforts for environmental justice and gender equality

Published On: March 8, 2024 11:15 AM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

Sagarika Bhatta started her journey as a climate activist 11 years ago. During this period, she has been actively involved in the youth campaign to address the effects of climate change in Nepal and on a global scale.

‘The global economic system has failed the interest of developing countries’

Published On: February 18, 2024 09:35 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Feb 18: The World Climate Justice Assembly held on the occasion of the ongoing World Social Forum in Kathmandu has concluded that the 'broken' global economic system has 'failed' to benefit developing nations.

Political commitment vital to effectively tackle climate change issue

Published On: January 9, 2024 04:35 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Jan 9: As the temperature of the earth is increasing, it has invited various climate related disasters around the world. In terms of climate risk in the world, Nepal is on the leading list. Every year, floods, landslides, melting and exploding glaciers, heavy rains, floods and fires are increasing.

Govt forms permanent international negotiation team for climate talks

Published On: December 27, 2023 12:45 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Dec 27: The Government of Nepal has formed an international negotiation team for handling various multilateral negotiations including climate talks.

PM Dahal moderates high-level roundtable meeting to addresses urgent climate crisis concerns for mountainous nations

Published On: December 2, 2023 06:30 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

DUBAI, Dec 2: Nepal hosted a high-level roundtable meeting on the sidelines of the Conference of the Parties (COP) 28 in Dubai on Saturday, with a focus on the theme 'The Message of the Mountains: Who Will Protect Us from the Climate Crisis?'

Nepal calls for mobilizing adequate funds, simplifying operational processes as COP28 decides to establish Climate Damage Fund

Published On: December 1, 2023 07:42 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

DUBAI (United Arab Emirates), Dec 1: The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 28) in Dubai marked the commencement of a pivotal moment with the approval of the Climate Damage Fund.

COP-28 to begin on November 30

Published On: November 30, 2023 08:00 AM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

DUBAI, Nov 29: In the 28th Conference (COP28) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, the issue of providing financial support to the damages caused by climate change is going to be the most complicated one.

Dedicated ministry needed to tackle climate change: Experts

Published On: November 27, 2023 03:30 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Nov 27: Our shared home, Earth, is in crisis due to climate change. The rising temperatures are disrupting the natural systems of our planet. This crisis extends beyond the challenges faced by human existence, affecting animals that depend on Earth as well.

Dedicated ministry needed to tackle climate change: Experts

Published On: November 26, 2023 09:15 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Nov 26: With the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP-28) just around the corner, climate change experts have advocated for a separate dedicated ministry or agency specifically to deal with the climate change issue in Nepal. The COP-28 is set to convene in Dubai from this Wednesday.

Civil society network hails Guterres' visit to Nepal

Published On: October 31, 2023 08:15 AM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Oct 31: Civil Society organizations have hailed UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres’ visit to Nepal saying that it marked a significant step in fortifying global cooperation in addressing the pressing issues faced by the world's most vulnerable nations.

‘Climate change causing a loss of Rs 2.13 billion per hour’

Published On: October 16, 2023 12:45 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Oct 16: A recent scientific study has uncovered the alarming cost of climate change, estimating that approximately Rs 2.13 billion (equivalent to 10.6 million US dollars) is being lost every hour due to extreme weather events caused by rising global temperatures. This study marks the first comprehensive estimate of the economic damage resulting from human-induced climate change.

Civil society organizations unhappy with omission of climate change agenda in 16th Development plan concept paper

Published On: October 11, 2023 09:29 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Oct 11: Civil Society organizations have expressed concern over the lack of priority for the climate agenda in the proposed 16th Development plan.

Climate change finds no mention in 16th Periodic Plan despite urgent concerns

Published On: October 1, 2023 03:30 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Oct 1: Despite the pressing global challenge of climate change and its severe implications for Nepal, the recently released concept paper of the 16th Periodic Plan by the Nepali government has omitted any mention of climate change. This glaring omission has raised concerns among experts and officials who consider it both unnatural and unexpected, given Nepal's vulnerability to climate-related disasters.

‘Climate Breakdown’ begins

Published On: September 8, 2023 01:00 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Sep 8: In an alarming turn of events, Earth's surface temperature has shattered previous records over the past three months. From June to August this year, the planet's average surface temperature soared to 16.77 degrees Celsius, surpassing the norm by 0.66 degrees.

Will the G-20 succeed in overcoming the global challenge?

Published On: September 7, 2023 05:15 PM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Sept 7: The G-20 summit, a gathering of the world's leading economies, is set to commence in New Delhi, India, starting this Saturday for a two-day event.

Pollution reduces life expectancy of Nepalis by five years

Published On: August 30, 2023 11:30 AM NPT By: SHREE RAM SUBEDI

KATHMANDU, Aug 30: It's monsoon time. Air pollution has decreased due to rain. Although there is not much discussion, an international report has shown that air pollution in Nepal has a serious impact on public health leading to a significant reduction in the average life expectancy of Nepalis.