Government of Nepal
Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation
Alternative Energy Promotion Centre
Making Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Mainstream Supply in Nepal
Updates
The document provides Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) to ensure safeguard compliance during implementation and operation of the proposed Monjo Khola Minihydro Subproject. The ESIA identifies the project’s potential environmental, biological, and socio-economic impacts. Key areas include biodiversity conservation, local economic development through tourism support, and enhanced energy security. Mitigation measures, such as reforestation and safe water discharge practices, are outlined alongside with various plans including stakeholder engagement plan.