Feasibility Study and EIA of Khokhajor Hydroelectric Project
The project is for study of a reservoir type hydropower development with installed capacity of 110 MW in Ramechhap district of Bagmati Province. The scope of work comprises (i) feasibility study of hydropower and (ii) EIA study of project. The study will undertake optimum development of potential hydropower site in the study areas based on detailed field survey comprising topographical surveys, geological, geo-technical and geophysical investigation, hydrological and sediment studies. The EIA study of the project will be carried out as per Environment Protection Regulation (EPR) of GoN.
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: Government of Nepal |
| Period: Mar 2020-Sep 2022 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 160 million |
Feasibility Study and EIA of Khimti Those Siwalaya Hydroelectric Project
The project is for study of a reservoir type hydropower development with installed capacity of 356 MW in Dolakha, Ramechhap districts of Bagmati Province. The scope of work comprises (i) feasibility study of hydropower and (ii) EIA study of project. The study will undertake optimum development of potential hydropower site in the study areas based on detailed field survey comprising topographical surveys, geological, geo-technical and geophysical investigation, hydrological and sediment studies. The EIA study of the project will be done as per Environment Protection Regulation (EPR) of GoN.
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: Government of Nepal |
| Period: Mar 2020-Sep 2022 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 140 million |
Feasibility Study and EIA of Middle Inkhu Hydropower Project
The project is for the study of a hydropower with installed capacity of 20 MW in Solukhumbu district. The scope of work comprises (i) feasibility study of hydropower and (ii) EIA study of project. The study will undertake optimum development of potential hydropower site in the study areas based on detailed field survey comprising topographical surveys, geological, geo-technical and geophysical investigation, hydrological and sediment studies. The EIA study of the project will be conducted as per Environment Protection Regulation (EPR) of Government of Nepal (GoN).
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: Government of Nepal |
| Period: Dec 2019-Sep 2022 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 29,028,300 |
Feasibility Study and IEE of Kawadi Hydropower Project
The project is for the study of a hydropower with installed capacity of 16 MW in Humla district in Karnali Province. The scope of work comprises (i) feasibility study of hydropower and (ii) IEE study of project. The study will undertake optimum development of potential hydropower site in the study areas based on detailed field survey comprising topographical surveys, geological, geo-technical and geophysical investigation, hydrological and sediment studies. The IEE study of the project will be done as per Environment Protection Regulation (EPR) of GoN.
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: Government of Nepal |
| Period: Dec 2019-Dec 2022 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 32,699,300 |
Detail Project Report and IEE of Jugada Budhi Ganga Hydropower Project
The project is for a hydropower with installed capacity of 20.16 MW in Bajura district in Karnali Province. The scope of work comprises (i) feasibility study, (ii) detail engineering design and preparation of detail project report feasibility study of hydropower and (iii) Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) of project. The design will review the existing feasibility study and prepare detail engineering design of run-off river project comprising based on detail topographical surveys, geological, geo-technical and geophysical investigation, hydrological and sediment studies. The project features include an weir with under intake structure, desanding basin, power conduits, penstock and surface power house. The IEE study of the project will be as per Environment Protection Regulation (EPR) of GoN.
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: Government of Nepal |
| Period: July 2019-July 2022 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 34,754,000 |
Detailed Engineering Design & Preparation of Bidding Documents of Lower Seti (Tanahun) Hydropower Project (Grant No 0361-NEP: Project Preparatory Facility for Energy)
The consulting service is to carry out the detail engineering design and prepare bidding documents inclusive of tender drawings and construction plan of 104 MW project. The scope of services include review and validate existing surveys, studies and investigation; perform hydrological, sedimentology and hydraulic studies; conduct project optimization study; prepare detail design of project components, conduct power evacuation study, prepare cost estimates and construction plan, prepare bidding documents and tender drawings, prepare updated economic/financial analysis; analyze financial structure, financial plan and recommend the most appropriate structure/plan; and recommend appropriate institutional arrangement for project implementation. The major components of the design include headworks (45 m high gated dam with 2 intakes), underground desilting basin, hearace tunnel (8 m dia, length 5.5 km), surge shaft (18 m dia, 56 m high), vertical drop shaft (7.2 m dia, 80 m high), steel penstock, surface powerhouse (60m x 24m x 43 m) and tailrace canal (length 250 m); electro-mechanical equipment (2 Francis turbines of 53.3 MW each, and 2 transformers of 62 MVA each).
| Client: Tanahun Hydropower Limited | Funding Agency: Asian Development Bank |
| Period: May 2019-Dec 2021 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 133 million (local cost) |
Feasibility Study and EIA of Kankai Multipurpose Project
The project is for a hydropower with installed capacity of 84 MW generating 217 GWH energy per annum and to provide irrigation facility for 67,450 ha command area in Jhapa district. Scope of work include (i) feasibility study of hydropower, (ii) irrigation study considering activities and planning of Kankai Irrigation Project and other irrigation projects under Division Irrigation Office, Jhapa; (iii) access road, project road and transportation study; (iv) other study – fisheries development, recreation and water transport and tourism perspectives; (v) power market and transmission line study and (vi) EIA study of project.
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: Government of Nepal |
| Period: June 2017-June 2022 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 59,275,000 |
Updating of Hydropower Study Guidelines, 2003
The study will (i) review, analyse and refer to the extent possible, all available previous studies, prevailing national and international standards and codes and practices relevant to develop best practice bench marks and standards for study of hydropower projects; (ii) undertake necessary case studies, information and other relevant data from the different hydropower projects to ease the level of studies in different phases to be carried out, review and analyse the problems seen during the construction of hydropower in Nepal and counter measures to be taken in study and design and (iii) preparation of Standards for different phases of hydropower study – Reconnaissance or Preliminary of Desk Study, Pre-feasibility Study, Feasibility Study and Detail Engineering Study based on classification of hydropower projects – capacity (1-3, 3-10, 10-25, 25-100 and above 100 MW) and scheme (run-off river type, peaking Run-off river type, cascade type, storage type).
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: Government of Nepal |
| Period: June 2017-May 2018 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 7,861,250 |
Feasibility Study and EIA of Dudh Koshi 4 Hydropower Project (67 MW)
Feasibility and EIA study of 67 MW run-off river type hydropower project located in Dudh Koshi in Solukhumbhu District. The study undertook optimum development of potential hydropower sites in the study areas based on detailed field survey comprising topographical surveys, geological, geo-technical and geophysical investigation, hydrological and sediment studies,. The design of the optimum scale of the project has been carried out along with preparation of the reports of the feasibility study level. The EIA study of the project was carried out as per the EPR of GoN.
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: Government of Nepal |
| Period: August 2014- March 2018 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 18,010,000 |
Preparation of Operation and Maintenance Guidelines for Hydropower Plants, Substations and Transmission Line
Review, analyze, carry out case studies, and suggest improvement on existing practices in Nepal and preparation of operation and maintenance guidelines for the Hydropower Plants, Substations and Transmission Line based on prevailing international practices.
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: Government of Nepal |
| Period: July 2014-July 2016 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 9,164,500 |
Detailed Geotechnical Investigation of Kali Gandaki -Tinau Diversion Project
Geotechnical investigation for river diversion project the purpose of hydropower generation and irrigation by core drilling of 420 m, geophysical survey by ERT, preparation of detailed geological maps of the project area including tunnel alignment, construction material survey, seismic study.
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: Government of Nepal |
| Period: August 2012-August 2014 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 15,000,000 |
Techno Economic Feasibility Study, Environmental Impact Assessment, Financial Evaluation and Preparation of Tender Documents: Middle Bhote Koshi - I Hydroelectric Project
The project is for generation of 39 MW of hydropower from the tail race of Upper Bhote Koshi-I Hydroelectric Project with installed capacity of 36 MW located in Sindhupalchowk District. Scope of Work included (i) Techno-economic Feasibility Study (ii) Initial Environmental Examination and (iii) Preparation of tender document. The Techno-feasibility study was carried out in coordination with existing Upper Bhote Koshi Hydroelectric Project operating system at the upstream and proposed Middle Bhote Koshi Hydroelectric Project at the downstream. Initial Environmental Examination was carried out in accordance with Environmental Protection Rules, 1997 (amendment 1999 and 2008).
| Client: Tara Energy (P.) Ltd. | Funding Agency: Tara Energy (P.) Ltd. |
| Period: January, 2009 to December | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 21,508,000 |
Feasibility Study and EIA of Siwa Khola Small Hydropower Project
The project is study of a 15.2 MW run-off river hydropower from Siwa Khola in Taplejung District. The scope of study was carried out in two parts (i) feasibility study and (ii) EIA study of the project.
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: GoN |
| Period: July 2008 to September 2010 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 7,132,250 |
Feasibility and EIA Study of Madi Khola (12.25 MW), Inkhu Khola (20 MW) and Budhiganga Khola (6.2 MW) Small Hydropower Projects (Package 1) - INKHU KHOLA
The Projects Madi Khola SHP, Inkhu Khola SHP and Budhiganga Khola SHP are located in Rolpa, Solukhumbu and Bajura Districts respectively. The projects are proposed for generating electricity on commercially viable basis by feeding the energy to the local centers and evacuating the surplus energy through National grid. The scope of study included (i) feasibility study of Inkhu Khola with 20 MW installed capacity and (ii) EIA study of the project.
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: GoN |
| Period: February 2006 to April 2009 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 23,161,000 |
Feasibility and EIA Study Lower Solu Khola Small Hydroelectric Project
Detailed Feasibility and EIA Study of Solu Khola Smal l (40 MW) hydropower project located in Salleri district. The project features include an ungated weir with under sluice intake structure, over ground desanding basin, power conduits of length 4.4 km, penstock of length 400 m and surface power house.
| Client: Department of Electricity Development | Funding Agency: GoN |
| Period: September 2005 to March 2008 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 9,200,000 |
Design of 132 kV Transmission Line, Upper Marsyangdi “A” (UM-0) Hydroelectric Project
The power evacuation system of 50 MW hydropower project will consist of 19 km, 132 kV transmission line to integrate with national power-grid system at the switchyard of Middle Marsyangdi Hydroelectric Project (MMHP) some 15 km downstream at Bhote Odar. The scope of work included finalization of transmission line route, detail engineering survey of the line, basic and detail design of transmission line, design of civil works (tower foundations, anchor blocks etc), design of optical fibre system, detail drawings, preparation of cost estimates, BOQ and schedules and technical specifications of transmission line works for ICB contract. The estimated cost of the transmission line project is US$ 18 million.
| Client: Sagarmatha Power Company (P) Ltd (SPC) | Funding Agency: SPC |
| Period: April, 2002 to November, 2002 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 916,000 |
Feasibility Study of Upper Marsyangdi “A” (UM-0) Hydroelectric Project
This is a 50 MW hydropower project proposed for development by private sector. The project will feature a 37.5 m high concrete diversion weir with ungated spillway, 5.3 km headrace tunnel and a surface power house. The scope of consulting services included detailed feasibility study of 50 MW hydropower project; detailed design for upgrading of project access road (9 km section of Besisahar-Chame Road), 40 m span steel truss bridge over Marsyangdi River and service roads (7.3 km with 4 no of RCC bridges 15-25 m span); hydrological data monitoring and EIA study along with Acquisition Compensation & Resettlement Plan (ACRP). The cost estimate of the project is US$ 142 million.
| Client: Sagarmatha Power Company | Funding Agency: SPC |
| Period: April, 2002 to November, 2003 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 9,100,000 |
Phase 1 Feasibility Study of Upper Marsyangdi “A” (UM-0) Hydroelectric Project
Phase 1 feasibility study of the run-off river type hydropower project with 50 MW installed capacity.
| Client: Sagarmatha Power Company | Funding Agency: SPC |
| Period: March, 2001 to June, 2001 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 1,000,000 |
Feasibility Study of Bheri - Babai Diversion Project
The project is to divert water of Bheri River to Babai River for the hydropower and irrigation development in the Mid-Western Development Region. The firm provided services for discharge measurement of Bheri River, sediment analysis and hydrological analysis of the project.
| Client: JICA Study Team | Funding Agency: JICA |
| Period: August, 1999 to March, 2000 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 1,800,000 |
Pre-feasibility Study of Upper Marsyangdi “A” (UM-0) Hydroelectric Project
Pre-feasibility study of the project was carried out to identify 50 to 70 MW hydropower project in the upper reach of the Marsyangdi River. The project was intended to develop under BOT concept.
| Client: Sagarmatha Power Company (P) Ltd. | Funding Agency: SPC |
| Period: October, 1999 to March, 2000 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 1,828,650 |
Feasibility Study of Sarda-Babai Multipurpose Project
The project located in Surkhet district will enable conjunctive use of water from two river basins for storage type hydropower scheme. The scope of work were geological assessment, construction materials survey and geotechnical investigation.
| Client: Ministry of Water Resources | Funding Agency: SPC |
| Period: March to June, 1995 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 162,000 |
Project Definition Study of Pancheswar Multipurpose Project
The study was to synthesize and analyse the available data from field investigation carried out on respective territories by Nepal and India, perform preliminary analysis of power demand; optimisation studies to define, dam size and type and installed capacity; preliminary design and cost estimates and cost benefit evaluation in preparation for a joint feasibility study.
| Client: Pancheshwor Consortium (PACO) | Funding Agency: World Bank |
| Period: March to December 1994 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 962,560 |
Feasibility Study of Bheri-Babai Multipurpose Project
Services for investigation as part of the dam site study. The project located in Surkhet district will enable conjunctive use of water from two river basins for storage type hydropower scheme.
| Client: Ministry of Water Resources | Funding Agency: GoN |
| Period: March to June, 1993 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs. 162,000 |
Survey and Design and EIA Study of 132 kV Transmission Line of Kaligandaki "A" Hydroelectric Project
Survey and Design and EIA Study of 132 kV Transmission Line of Kaligandaki "A" Hydroelectric Project
GEOCE, as one of the member of Consortium of Nepalese Consultants (involved in the project design), conducted the EIA study and survey and design of 27 km, 132 kV transmission line of 144 MW hydropower project.
| Client: Nepal Electricity Authority | Funding Agency : Nepal Electricity Authority |
| Period: April, 1992 to July, 1992 | Approx. Value of Services : NRs. 1,400,000 |
Alternative Energy Development Project
The study was conducted to assess lignite and coal availability in the Kathmandu Valley in terms of production/supply and consumption, cost analysis and marketing system.
| Client: JICA | Funding Agency: JICA |
| Period: 1993 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs 220,000 |
Energy Resource and Consumption Profile of the Western Development Region of Nepal
The study was for the assessment and preparation of profile on energy resources base in the region by energy type and determination of energy consumption pattern in the region by various sectors (domestic, agriculture, transport, industry and commerce).
| Client: WECS | Funding Agency: CIDA |
| Period: 1992 | Approx. Value of Services: NRs 265,000 |