National Forestry Programme

Project completed

The Goal is to contribute for ‘improved livelihoods and resilience of poor men, women and children in Nepal’. The Purpose is ‘maximise the contribution of Nepal’s forestry sector to inclusive economic growth, poverty reduction and tackling climate change‘. Coverage will increase from 4 districts (current Swiss coverage) to 61 districts (out of 75 nationally) with full-fledged focused activities in 35 over the next 10 years. Focus is to expand poverty reduction and environmental outcomes of community forestry nationally through wider reach and deeper engagement at different levels.

Country/region Topic Period Budget
Nepal
Employment & economic development
Climate change and environment
Employment creation
Forestry policy
Biosphere protection
SME development
Environmental policy
16.07.2011 - 31.12.2019
CHF  14’315’000
Directorate/federal office responsible SDC
Credit area Development cooperation
Project partners Contract partner
  • SDC Field Office


Budget Current phase Swiss budget CHF    14’315’000 Swiss disbursement to date CHF    12’830’716
Project phases

Phase 1 16.07.2011 - 31.12.2019   (Completed)