Project summary
UNSW academics and students research how to sustainably produce agricultural products and improve irrigation infrastructure in Nepal.
Project outcomes
UNSW Engineering in partnership with Arizona State University, opens in a new window are researching how to sustainably produce the agricultural product biochar, a charcoal soil additive used in farming. Research has shown that the weed commonly known as ‘mile-a-minute vine’ can be converted into biochar.
The second element of the project is focused on improving irrigation with solar-powered equipment.
In May 2017, a new irrigation scheme was installed in a local community and UNSW students are now modelling future design projects.
Make an impact
Contact A/Prof. Fiona Johnson for more information on this project.
Location
Chitwan National Park, Nepal
Population of 28 million
14.5 hour journey from UNSW, Sydney
United Nations Development Goals
SDG 7:, opens in a new window Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 9:, opens in a new window Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG 11:, opens in a new window Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12:, opens in a new window Responsible Consumption and Production
