Empowering communities and transforming Nepal’s waste systems through advocacy, education and capacity building.
To promote sustainability by adopting a circular economy approach to waste management in Nepal.
Back in 2017, we started Doko Recyclers with the aim to replace harmful waste disposal practices with resource recovery systems and fuel a circular economy that creates value for businesses, communities and the environment.
Nearly a decade later, we have grown to three Material Recovery Facilities; an e-waste management facility for safe disposal, repair, and refurbishment of electronic and electrical waste; a plastic recovery facility; and decentralized collection centres that help channel waste efficiently to the material recovery facilities. Today, Doko Recyclers is one of Nepal’s leading waste management companies, and serves an expanding national network of institutions and households.
As we continue to build essential waste management infrastructure and services, we know that lasting change requires strong systems beyond operations alone. Nepal’s waste challenges require viewing waste as a shared civic duty and community ownership, where individuals and neighborhoods take responsibility to manage their waste. To meet this need, we established the Doko Foundation, our non-profit arm, to go beyond daily operations and focus on policies, projects, research, and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives that transform waste management and benefit everyone.
Ashma is a sustainability professional with broad international experience in resource management and circular economy practices. She has developed Zero Waste Programs in California, worked with NGOs and INGOs on development projects, and advised corporations on CSR initiatives. She is also a Climatebase Fellow, recognized for her commitment to climate action. Skilled in securing grants and working with international agencies, Ashma bridges global knowledge with local action to build resilient communities.
Kushal is an entrepreneur at heart, driven by a strong work ethic and a passion for innovation. He specializes in designing sustainable, evidence-based solutions, drawing on his diverse experience in the private and social sectors. Kushal holds a master’s degree in Development Economics from the University of Goettingen, Germany, and a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Economics from Washington and Lee University, USA.
Pankaj is a solid waste management expert known for pioneering e-waste and hazardous waste systems in Nepal. He has developed solutions that extend product lifecycles, reduce environmental harm, and strengthen sustainable practices. Pankaj has also shaped national policies on plastic waste and e-waste, influencing Nepal’s waste management landscape.
Raghavendra is a climate and strategy professional with expertise in corporate responsibility and circular economy frameworks. He has been central to advancing initiatives such as the Materials Recovery Facility, helping ensure valuable resources are retained within the economy. Recognized as an EPR leader, he brings stakeholders together to strengthen regulatory frameworks and build collaborations that bridge municipalities, organizations, and communities—delivering long-lasting, self-sustaining solutions in waste management.
Runit brings his experience in manufacturing and trading into solid waste management, where he establishes processes and mechanisms to optimize operations. He ensures smooth coordination across infrastructure and accounts, while being malleable enough to fit into any department as needed. Excited by real-world solutions in waste management, Runit is an advocate for transparency and fairness for all stakeholders.
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