Introduction to myself

My name is Narayan Thapa, and I studied geomatics engineering at Kathmandu University. I’m particularly interested in using OpenStreetMap, UAVs, GIS, Python programming, and cloud computing (Google Earth Engine). In the project “Mapping Banepa Municipality in OSM and its Applications in Mitigating Effects of Urbanization- A Case Study of Urban Rooftop Farming Using Geospatial Technology,” I served as the project lead. I currently work at ICIMOD as an intern.

Introduction to project

This project seeks to address global issues like “zero hunger” (agenda 2), “good health and well-being” (agenda 3), “sustainable cities and communities” (agenda 11), and “climate action” (agenda 13) by creating a bridge between geospatial technology and society. In Nepal, many municipalities are expanding quickly. Agricultural lands have been transformed into structures and infrastructure as a result of rapid urbanization. The urban environment has been negatively impacted by this, as local food production and greenery have declined. Urban areas people were primarily dying for food during the COVID-19 situation, as opposed to from disease. By mapping the current state of rooftop farming in Banepa Municipality and estimating the area for future farming, we hope to find a solution to this issue.

The idea behind the project

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