The 12th Annual Renewable Energy Expo was celebrated this week in Bhrikuti Mandap, Kathmandu. Dr Rabindra Kumar Shakya, Vice Chairperson, National Planning Commission, awarded UMN with a Certificate of Appreciation for their contribution towards the development of the Renewable Energy Sector in Nepal. UMN has been involved in biogas development, hydropower and micro-hydro power projects and solar technology, particularly in rural communities. This involvement traces its origins in biogas development to the work of John Finlay in Butwal during the 70s/80s. This special award, collected by Peter Lockwood on behalf of UMN, recognised UMN’s pioneering work in establishing and developing biogas technologies in Nepal.