Engineering & energy notes
Longer-form writing on mechanical engineering, renewable energy and Nepal's power sector.
Aug 24, 2026Battery Storage in Nepal: Does It Make Sense?
An engineer's honest assessment of battery storage in Nepal: the real grid problem, the arithmetic on NEA tariffs, what is being built, and the policy gaps.
Aug 22, 2026Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar in Nepal
How grid-connected rooftop solar works in Nepal: ownership models, net billing, sizing against load, real costs, actual yields, and the risks in the roof.
Aug 19, 2026How to Size a Solar Water Pumping System
A step by step method for sizing a solar water pumping system in Nepal: water demand, total dynamic head, pipe diameter, pump, array and controller.
Aug 18, 2026Solar Water Pumping in Nepal: The Complete Guide
How solar water pumping works in Nepal: tube wells and hill lift schemes, sizing, storage and rotation, costs, AEPC subsidy, tariffs and failure modes.
Jul 2, 2026Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in Nepal: The Missing Link in Nepal’s Clean Energy Future
Nepal is often described as a hydropower-rich country, and rightly so. Most of our electricity generation comes from water. But if we look closely at how the...
Jan 14, 2026Development Partners in Nepal’s Energy Sector
Analyse the role of GIZ, UNDP, and UK Aid in Nepal’s energy sector. Explore the strategy behind foreign aid, funding models, and the 2026 LDC graduation.
Dec 1, 2025Solar Financing in Nepal: How It Works
Solar financing in Nepal has grown quickly in recent years. Both government programs and private-sector companies play a role in helping households,...
Nov 17, 2025The Rise of Solar Power: Nepal's Journey to Energy Independence
For decades, Nepal’s energy story has been centered on hydropower. But in recent years, solar power has quietly stepped in as a strong partner on the path...
May 18, 20251 Year After Mechanical Engineering: What I Learned
One year after Mechanical Engineering: Honest advice on the NEC exam, CAD skills, and job hunting in Nepal. Don't rush - just start where you are. Read more.
Mar 4, 2025Electric Vehicles in Nepal: Current Scenario
Explore EV growth in Nepal, covering policies, incentives, charging infrastructure, and challenges shaping the future of sustainable transport.
Jan 28, 2024Solar Passive House Basic Calculation
Passive solar house design is an approach to building design that uses sunlight to improve energy efficiency and comfort. It involves optimizing the...
Jan 23, 2024Chandranigapur 4 MW Solar Project: Api Power's Green Initiative in Nepal
Chandranigapur 4 MW Solar PV Project harnesses sun power with 450W monocrystalline panels, contributing 4 MW AC to NEA grid, breaking even in 7-8 years.
Dec 24, 2023HVAC Maintenance Report | Sandip Paudel
The Maintenance Report on HVAC Systems is a comprehensive guide that covers Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems.
Nov 27, 2023Harmony Wind Turbine
The Harmony wind turbine is a modified version of the Savonius wind turbine, developed by engineer and entrepreneur Christopher Moore.
Feb 8, 2023Overview of Aviation in Nepal: 4 Key Insights
Aviation in Nepal is a dynamic industry with significant growth potential, albeit facing various challenges and fluctuations.
Jan 2, 2023Mechanical Engineering In Nepal
Mechanical engineering is a popular field of study in Nepal, with limited universities offering programs. As a mechanical engineer, you would be trained in...
Jul 22, 2022A Beginner's Guide to Thermodynamics | Sandip Paudel
Thermodynamics is the branch of physics that deals with heat, work, temperature, energy, and other aspects of energy transformation.