Nepal's Ministry of Forest Unveils 34-Point Action Plan for Swift Reforms in Environment and Conservation
Summary
Nepal's Ministry of Forest and Environment has launched a 34-point reform plan for the fiscal year 2082 focused on forest, environment, and biodiversity conservation, including mandatory use of indigenous timber and carbon trading agreements.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Forest and Environment unveiled a 34-point action plan for reforms in forest, environment, and biodiversity conservation for fiscal year 2082.
- Mandatory use of indigenous timber in government buildings will promote sustainable forest resource use and national production.
- The ministry plans to discourage plastic bottle use in government complexes and approve air quality standards to improve the environment.
- High priority is given to carbon trading, including agreements with Emergent and the Government of South Korea, alongside plans to control forest fires and manage human-wildlife conflicts.
