Ideas & Analysis

Research & Writing

Writing is part of how I think — a way to analyse, question, and communicate ideas clearly. Here you'll find articles on energy policy, buildings and climate, and technology.

ResearchGate Profile

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A note on my ResearchGate publications: These are unpublished academic works — course projects, lab reports, and design studies — that I uploaded publicly in case someone finds them useful. They span from my first year through to my final year of the B.E. in Mechanical Engineering at Kathmandu University. The quality of content and presentation reflects where I was academically at the time of writing, so please keep that context in mind.
Nepal hydropower dam — Upper Tamakoshi
Energy Policy

The Hydropower Illusion: Nepal's Energy Sovereignty

Nepal sits atop 83,000 MW of hydropower potential, yet the average Nepali uses less electricity than someone in sub-Saharan Africa. An investigative look at who benefits from Nepal's rivers — and what this means for energy sovereignty.

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Nepal earthquake preparedness
Buildings & Climate

Nepal's Earthquake Preparedness: Resilience, Risk Monitoring & Comprehensive Strategies

A decade after the 2015 Gorkha earthquake, Nepal has advanced in preparedness and resilience — but challenges persist in a nation sitting atop active tectonic stress.

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Climate-resilient building design
Buildings & Climate

Impact of Climate Change on Building Design and Performance

How a changing climate is reshaping architecture — from sustainable materials and passive design to smart building systems, with a case study from Nepal's Green Village project.

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Urban landscape with green cooling features
Buildings & Climate

From Rooftops to Streets: Passive Cooling Strategies for Urban Areas

How green roofs, reflective surfaces, and urban vegetation can counter the urban heat island effect in fast-growing cities — and why passive cooling matters especially in energy-constrained contexts.

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Future home with CAD energy design
Buildings & Climate

Revolutionizing Building Energy Efficiency with CAD Technology

How CAD technology enables architects and engineers to model energy use, optimise HVAC systems, and design buildings that are more efficient from the outset — and what still holds adoption back.

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AI writing tools
Technology

AI Writing: A Blessing or a Curse?

AI writing tools can enhance productivity and creativity — but uncritical use risks eroding writing skills, authenticity, and research integrity. What does responsible use look like?

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