Nepal is set to utilize China-built DJI drones to transport garbage from high-altitude mountains starting next month, according to local officials. This initiative marks a significant step toward environmental protection in some of the world’s most challenging terrains.
On August 3, a memorandum of understanding was signed among the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee, Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality, and Airlift Technology Pvt. Ltd to commence waste collection from Mount Ama Dablam in September.
“Along with Ama Dablam, the drones can be used for waste collection on Mount Qomolangma and Mount Nuptse, among others, once the new mountaineering season starts,” said Jagat Prasad Bhusal, chief administrative officer of the rural municipality.
Airlift Technology will provide drone services free of charge for two years, as confirmed by Bhusal. This collaboration aims to address the growing concern of waste accumulation on Nepal’s iconic peaks.
In April, a DJI drone successfully completed the first-ever drone delivery tests on the 8,848.86-meter-high Mount Qomolangma from the Nepali side. This achievement paves the way for facilitating high-altitude mountaineering, emergency rescue, and environmental protection operations.
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DJI drones to be used for waste collection on mountains in Nepal
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