Posted on June 29, 2025
Advanced College of Engineering and Management (ACEM) successfully hosted an insightful and thought-provoking session titled “Prosperity through Hydropower: Opportunities and Challenges,” focused on exploring Nepal’s vast hydropower potential, emerging opportunities, and the real-world challenges tied to energy development.
The session drew enthusiastic participation from Civil and Electrical Engineering students and faculty, fostering engaging discussions on sustainable energy and national development.Guest Speaker: Dr. Mukesh Raj Kafle
We were honored to have Dr. Mukesh Raj Kafle, a leading figure in Nepal’s energy and water sector, as the keynote speaker. With a rare blend of academic expertise and executive leadership experience, Dr. Kafle delivered a rich and deeply informative presentation on the future of hydropower in Nepal.
Highlights of his profile include:
PhD in Water Resources Engineering (Tribhuvan University)
Over 20 years of academic experience at IOE, Pulchowk Campus
Program Coordinator of MSc in Hydropower Engineering, IOE
26+ national and international publications in hydropower, hydrology, and basin management
Former Managing Director of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), where he led major projects to expand Nepal’s power infrastructure
Dr. Kafle’s session provided attendees with valuable insights into how Nepal can unlock its hydropower potential responsibly while addressing key environmental, policy, and technical challenges.
Comprehensive overview of Nepal’s current and future hydropower potential
Challenges in infrastructure, environmental impact, and resource management
Importance of cross-disciplinary knowledge in sustainable hydropower development
Real-world strategies from one of Nepal’s top energy leaders
This event reaffirmed ACEM’s commitment to academic excellence and real-world learning by connecting students and faculty with thought leaders shaping the future of engineering in Nepal.