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Assessment of Fiscal, Economic Loss, and Socioeconomic Impacts of Heatwaves in Lumbini Province

Assessment of the fiscal, economic, and socioeconomic impacts of heatwaves in Lumbini Province to generate evidence for improved heatwave preparedness, adaptation, anticipatory action, and climate-resilient public investment.

Project Details Past
Duration May 20, 2026 – Sep 15, 2026
Client Practical Action
Location Lumbini Province, Nepal
Province Lumbini
Thematic Area Climate-Smart Technology
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Project Detail
  • Assess the fiscal impacts of heatwaves on government and public services. 
  • Quantify economic losses associated with heatwave events. 
  • Assess socioeconomic impacts on households, livelihoods, and vulnerable groups. 
  • Identify sectors and populations most affected by heatwaves. 
  • Analyze the implications of increasing heatwave risks for public investment. 
  • Generate evidence to support heatwave preparedness and adaptation planning. 
  • Develop recommendations for anticipatory action and climate-resilient investment. 
  • Provide evidence to inform provincial and local-level decision-making. 


Implementation

The project is implemented by:

  • FEED Pvt. Ltd., in technical partnership with Institute of Himalayan Risk Reduction (IHRR) 

It is supported by Practical Action and implemented in coordination with relevant provincial and local stakeholders to assess heatwave impacts and generate evidence for improved preparedness, anticipatory action, adaptation, and climate-resilient public investment.

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