Hom Jyoti Adhikari

• Urja Developers is a hydropower development company with a portfolio of hydropower projects with a cumulative installed capacity of over 350 MW.
• Implement and monitor programs related to environment, social, health, and safety in a portfolio of projects
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and international good practices, such as IFC performance standards.
• Develop and implement policies to minimize projects' impact on the environment.
• Collaborate with a range of stakeholders, including local communities, government agencies, and NGOs.
• Monitor environmental performance of projects and report to senior management and external stakeholders.
• As a team leader, I oversaw the implementation of the USAID-funded Flood Early Warning System (FEWS) project. This involved designing, establishing, operating, and maintaining the FEWS through various methods, such as geospatial analysis, field-based surveys, installation of hydro-meteorological stations, flow analysis, community involvement, and training. I developed communication channels and collaborative mechanisms with local government, NGOs, private sectors, and hydropower projects. Throughout the project, I demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing every aspect, from conception to completion.

• Planned and delivered lectures on "Remote Sensing and GIS for Agriculture and Soil Science" to graduate (MSc) students at Tribhuvan University in Nepal
• Utilized remote sensing and GIS tools and software to demonstrate and illustrate key concepts and techniques
• Stayed current with developments and trends in remote sensing and GIS technology and research, and incorporated new findings and insights into course content
• Provided academic guidance and support to students as needed, including help with research projects, assignments, and exam preparation
• Worked closely with other faculty members and academic staff to ensure course content and assessments align with program standards and learning outcomes
• Attended faculty meetings and participated in professional development activities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge of subject.

• As a team leader in Environment and Community Development Unit (KECDU) of Kabeli-A Hydroelectric Project, implemented and monitored programs related to Environment, Social, Health and Safety, and Community Development
• Kabeli-A was a 37.6 MW Hydroelectric Project developed by Kabeli Energy Limited, a subsidiary of Butwal Power Company with financing from international lenders including World Bank, International Finance Corporation .
• Ensured compliance with relevant National Regulation and approved Statutory Documents, including Initial Environmental Examination (IEE), and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), documents approved by lenders such as Social Action Plan, EIA, Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), CESHSMP, and Project Agreement Document
• Developed and implemented health and safety policies and protocols to ensure a safe work environment for employees, contractors, and communities
• Worked closely with local communities to address their concerns, and grievances
• Conducted regular training sessions for employees on social and environmental issues and best practices
• Prepared regular reports on social, health, safety, and environmental performance to senior management, external stakeholders, and lenders.

• Supported the Social Protection team at the World Bank Group to analyze the collected Resource Survey data, and develop recommendations for clustering and identification of possible service center VDCs by using GIS and Remote Sensing
• Collected, arranged, and input geographic information into database system
• Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations
• Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets

• Intermittently supported National Land Use Project (NLUP) as an Environmental and GIS Expert
• Demonstrated proficiency in environmental impact assessment, GIS data collection, processing, and analysis
• Utilized critical thinking skills to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
• Developed and implemented environmental monitoring plans
• Conducted fieldwork for data collection
• Prepared technical reports and presentations on environmental and GIS topics
• Kept up-to-date with emerging GIS technologies and environmental standards
• Provided input and recommendations in environmental and GIS projects
• Demonstrated effective communication skills with project stakeholders and team members.

• Worked with Eastern Region Design Supervision and Management Consultant (ERDSMC) on the Third Small Town Drinking Water Supply and Sanitation Project in Nepal, funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB)
• Supported the project as an Environmental Specialist, ensuring compliance with ADB environmental guidelines
• Anticipated the likely environmental impact of carrying out various subprojects and proactively planned necessary actions
• Carried out Environmental Assessment (EA) by ADB Guidelines and prepared necessary Terms of Reference (TORs) to carry out Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) or Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) at the detailed design phase
• Prepared Environmental Management Plan to mitigate environmental impacts
• Reviewed various environmental reports to ensure compliance with ADB guidelines
• Monitored compliance with Environmental Management Plan and any other environmental issues in coordination with Water User and Sanitation Committees (WUSCs), Department of Water Supply and Sanitation (DWSS), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and other stakeholders
• Provided technical input and recommendations to project stakeholders
• Demonstrated strong communication and coordination skills with project stakeholders, including government officials, NGOs, and local communities.

• Taught a range of undergraduate level courses including Environmental Impact Assessment, GIS and Remote Sensing, air and water sampling techniques, pollution control, carbon stock measurement, climate change, and sustainable development
• Developed lesson plans, and course materials
• Utilized interactive teaching techniques to engage students and encourage participation
• Conducted student evaluations and provided constructive feedback
• Kept up-to-date with emerging research and trends in the field of environmental science
• Collaborated with other faculty members to develop interdisciplinary projects and initiatives.

• Ecosystem services assessment of Grand Forks County, North Dakota
• Environmental impact assessment of conservation & land-use policies
• Processing of LANDSAT, MODIS, ASTER, ISSAC, and AGCam satellite images for various uses: agriculture, land use, disaster assessment
• Geospatial analysis of several land-use data
• Contributed to professionally-written scientific paper for publication
• Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis
• Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests
• Conducted thorough literature reviews to better understand research topics and prepare for studies
• Input and modeled data to generate reports and charts for research stakeholders

• Oversaw community health survey on Arsenic contamination in drinking water and Arsenicosis
• Contributed to the promotion of public health awareness connected to Arsenic contamination and its health impacts in selected regions in Nepal
• Managed and analyzed data using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software
• Produced a report and disseminated the national level final report
• Demonstrated leadership skills by managing the project from start to finish
• Coordinated with team members, stakeholders, and community members to ensure successful completion of the project
• Utilized critical thinking skills to break down complex problems and make data-driven decisions

Developed and implemented training programs for city mayors, and officials, on sustainable waste management practices.

Reviewed to ensure compliance with all environmental regulations and policies related to solid waste management.

Collaborated with city mayors, officials, and community groups to promote sustainable waste management practices and increase public awareness of environmental issues.

Reviewed to ensure that waste management policies were integrated with other environmental and sustainability initiatives.

Reviewed records and reports on waste management activities and environmental compliance.

• Conducted an Initial Environmental Examination for a district-level road project
• Documented the environmental conditions of the proposed project from primary and secondary sources; conducted field visits to collect primary sources of data
• Organized public hearings to gather suggestions from local people and recommendation letters from stakeholders
• Proposed appropriate mitigation measures for the road project
• Worked closely with project stakeholders, including government officials and contractors, to ensure effective implementation of mitigation measures
• Developed monitoring and evaluation plans to assess the effectiveness of the mitigation measures aimed to minimize potential negative impacts of the road project on the environment and local communities