Nepal is at the centre of three of today’s megatrends: climate change, the digital revolution and migration.
Ranked as the 4th most vulnerable country to climate change, Nepal faces accelerated melting of Himalayan glaciers. However, its vast hydro and solar power potential can significantly contribute to South Asia’s clean energy needs. As the first FDI investor to invest in renewable energy projects, we’re expanding our investments to boost Nepal’s energy capacity, crucial for meeting its 10 GW export agreement with India.
The digital revolution presents Nepal with opportunities for large-scale employment and productivity growth. Our investments in AI companies like Fusemachines and Cloudfactory demonstrate Nepal’s software capabilities for global enterprises. Indeed, 2024 will see Fusemachines listed on NASDAQ. In 2023, 808,415 Nepalis left for work abroad. These two companies alone generate quality employment for almost 5,000 Nepalis at a time when a lack of opportunities are forcing Nepal’s youth to emigrate. Our investments are opening doors for Nepalis to remain in their homeland.
At Dolma, our workforce embodies our core values of Humility, Integrity, and Ambition, maintaining a 50% gender balance. We integrate corporate governance and ESG policies across our portfolio and within Nepal’s business ecosystem. With a proven track record of attractive market returns, we’re attracting international institutional investors to participate in opportunities spanning private equity, strategic investments, and our global green bond program.