Dhankuta Municipality signs agreement for Hi-CAS climate project
Summary
Dhankuta Municipality has signed a letter of intent with ICIMOD to implement the Hi-CAS climate adaptation project, which will run until the end of 2028 with support from Global Affairs Canada. The project will focus on watershed management, renewable energy, agricultural biodiversity conservation and strengthening resilience in Dhankuta and Roshi rural municipality.
Key Points
- Dhankuta Municipality signed a letter of intent with ICIMOD for the Hi-CAS climate adaptation project.
- The project will be implemented in Ward 8 of Dhankuta Municipality and Wards 1 and 2 of Roshi Rural Municipality in Kavrepalanchok.
- Hi-CAS aims to reduce climate risks through gender inclusion, water-source protection, renewable energy and agricultural biodiversity conservation.
- The project is funded by the Government of Canada through Global Affairs Canada and will continue until the end of 2028.
