Duluwa Outdoors: Women-Led Sustainable Travel across Nepal
Founded by a group of passionate women travellers, Duluwa Outdoors empowers women through adventure, education, and community. What began as the Duluwa Talks podcast in 2019 evolved into a platform for women-led, sustainable travel experiences across Nepal, prioritising community-based tourism, ethical partnerships, and responsible travel practices.
Rekriti: Sustainable Consumption through Textile Waste
Born from the sight of textile waste piling up after Nepal’s festive season, Rekriti turns discarded fabrics into durable, customised bags. Collaborating with factories, tailors, and thrift stores, and engaging customers in up-cycling, Rekriti promotes sustainable consumption and community inclusion. Through the RoC programme, the team deepened their understanding of circularity as a continuous system that blends environmental care, social impact, and collaborative innovation.
Naturo Earth: Why does sustainability in packaging matter?
Naturo Earth is rethinking packaging—a critical yet often overlooked part of a product’s lifecycle—through reusable glass bottles and biodegradable, plantable “elephant-poop” paper wrapping. Rooted in a holistic approach to wellness and circularity, Naturo Earth proves that mindful packaging not only protects the planet but also strengthens brand trust, reduces long-term costs, and inspires consumers to live more naturally and responsibly.
Eco Sathi Nepal: Lessons and Insights from the RoC Programme
Dr. Manu Karki, CEO of Eco Sathi Nepal, shares how the Roots of Circularity (RoC) programme transformed her view of sustainability from using eco-friendly products to embracing circular design and innovation. Through the EU-funded initiative led by Impact Hub Kathmandu and partners, she gained insights, connections, and confidence to grow her impact.
Incubator Programme: Applications Now Open (Bagmati Province)
Applications now open for the Roots of Circularity (RoC) Incubator Programme supporting enterprises in Bagmati Province to integrate circular economy principles into their business models. Over an eight-month ideation and incubation phase—followed by a three-month pre-acceleration phase—participants receive tailored guidance, masterclasses, and one-on-one coaching to design sustainable, circular solutions.
Armenia and Nepal on building alliances for circularity
On October 25, 2024, the Roots of Circularity Nepal consortium and Impact Hub Yerevan’s CirculUP! team came together for a cross-country learning session on building alliances for the circular economy. Drawing from Armenia’s experience in forming the Armenian Circular Economy Coalition (ACEC), participants explored best practices in stakeholder engagement, governance, and co-creation.
Impact Hub Kathmandu Welcomes EU Ambassador to Nepal
On July 8, 2024, Impact Hub Kathmandu hosted EU Ambassador Veronique Lorenzo and her team to showcase its role in strengthening Nepal’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. The visit featured presentations on key programmes like the Business Incubator, Impact Academy, and FabLab Nepal, followed by a tour of the FabLab and an Entrepreneurs’ Marketplace where local innovators showcased their sustainable solutions.
Scoping Study: Circular Economy in Lumbini and Bagmati Provinces
A recent scoping study revealed key gaps in awareness, financing, and policy support while highlighting opportunities for innovation and collaboration. By engaging local stakeholders and promoting education and entrepreneurship in Lumbini and Bagmati Provinces, the project aims to build a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future for Nepal.
Strengthening Circularity Expertise: Inside RoC’s Training of Trainers
In December 2023, Impact Hub Kathmandu hosted a three-day ‘Training of Trainers’. Facilitated by the Impact Hub Association, the training deepened participants’ understanding of circular economy principles and their application in Nepal. It fostered collaboration, practical learning, and a shared commitment to embedding circularity into everyday practices, affirming that Circular Economy is an alive concept.