Avishek Malla

Energy Specialist
Resilient mountain economies and landscapes (SG2)
Transforming livelihoods and economies (SG2-AAC)

I have 15 years of experience in applied renewable energy in Nepal and in the international market. I have worked in various positions within the private sector, government, academia, multilateral and bilateral agencies, with involvement in the development and deployment of renewable energy, including applications, business models, financing and policy.
My role at ICIMOD is to provide support across the initiatives by promoting and scaling appropriate renewable energy services and solutions to improve and protect livelihoods and wellbeing of the people and the environment.

Avishek Malla

How do you protect the pulse of the planet?

The decision of our energy choices will be key in curbing climate change, as renewable energy is positioned to play an important role in achieving the Net Zero targets.

What is your favorite part of the work you do at ICIMOD?

The opportunity to learn and work in a diverse environment.

What are you passionate about?

I am passionate about creating meaningful impacts on the lives and livelihood of people through renewable energy development and deployment.

My qualifications

I have a masters in Renewable Energy, and a post graduate diploma in Energy and The Environment from Murdoch University, Australia. I also have diploma in Management and bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from Kathmandu University, Nepal.