REMREC

Resource Management and Rural Empowerment Centre (REMREC) is a non-profit organization representing member-based entities engaged in sustainable development, renewable energy, and rural empowerment across Nepal. The organization serves as a common platform for professionals, stakeholders, and communities committed to advancing equitable access to resources and services in rural areas. Through collaboration, capacity building, and technical engagement, REMREC works to strengthen rural infrastructure and support Nepal’s transition toward clean energy. Established in 1998 as a leading NGO in Dhulikhel, Kavrepalanchowk, REMREC has achieved milestones such as training 699 stove masters, creating 156 minigrids, and installing over 103,500 improved cooking stoves, earning awards like Best Support Organisation of REDP (2004) and Outstanding Regional Renewable Energy Service Centre (2012 and 2013).

Vision

To become a leading organization in promoting social, political, economic, and cultural equity while enhancing sustainable development and community resilience in underserved areas of Nepal, under the slogan "Empowering People, Energizing Communities, Sustaining Futures."

Mission

REMREC is dedicated to empowering rural populations through renewable energy solutions, capacity building, and infrastructure development. The organization supports the growth and sustainability of community-based initiatives while contributing to national renewable energy and environmental objectives. It also seeks to foster innovation, build local skills, and improve quality of life in marginalized communities.

Objectives

• Promote social, political, economic, and cultural equity by improving access to resources and services for disadvantaged and marginalized communities
• Enhance sustainable development through renewable energy solutions and capacity-building programs
• Foster community resilience, environmental sustainability, and improved livelihoods in rural Nepal
• Collaborate with government, development partners, and local stakeholders for effective program implementation
• Raise awareness and provide training on renewable energy technologies and rural infrastructure

Key Areas of Work

REMREC actively promotes and supports the development of:

• Renewable energy technologies, including improved cooking stoves, minigrids, and solar drinking water projects
• Capacity building and technical training, such as programs for stove masters and community managers
• Business and enterprise development to support micro, small, and medium enterprises in rural areas
• Infrastructure solutions, including trail bridges (suspension and truss) for improved connectivity
• Policy advocacy and sector development in renewable energy

Membership

REMREC’s membership comprises professionals, organizations, and stakeholders engaged in sustainable development and renewable energy throughout Nepal. As a member-based NGO, it strengthens collaboration among key actors to promote high standards and collective impact in the sector. Membership involves renewal processes tied to annual general meetings (AGMs), with notices for participation and updates shared regularly to encourage active involvement.

Role in Renewable Energy Development

REMREC plays a vital role in supporting Nepal’s clean energy transition by promoting efficient renewable energy solutions that reduce dependence on fossil fuels and contribute to carbon emission reduction. The organization remains committed to maintaining high-quality implementations, encouraging innovation, ensuring community involvement, and advancing the long-term development of Nepal’s rural renewable energy sector. As a member of the Renewable Energy Confederation of Nepal (RECON), REMREC collaborates with partners like UNDP, USAID, and AEPC to drive impactful projects.

Underlying Technological Framework

REMREC's work in the renewable energy sector is primarily based on accessible, rural-appropriate technologies such as improved cooking stoves (for efficient biomass use and reduced indoor air pollution), minigrids (small-scale electricity distribution systems often powered by hydro or solar), solar drinking water systems (for clean water access in remote areas), and trail bridge infrastructure (suspension and truss designs to enhance connectivity for energy project implementation). These technologies emphasize sustainability, low-cost maintenance, and community-led adoption to address energy poverty in Nepal's challenging terrain.

• Address: Dhulikhel, Kavrepalanchowk, Nepal (PO Box: 19)
• Phone: +977-11-490021 (landline)
• Fax: +977-11-490721
• Email: info@remrec.org or remrec@ntc.net.np
• Website: www.remrec.org