Himalayan Light Foundation (HLF)

General Info

The Himalayan Light Foundation (HLF) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization (NGO) working in the Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal and the South Asia Region.

HLF's main objective is to improve the quality of life of the remote population of the Himalayan and South Asia region via the introduction and use of environmentally friendly renewable energy technologies (RETs).

HLF is registered with the Chief District Office in Kathmandu as well as the Social Welfare Council of Nepal (SWC Registration Number - 7538). HLF is accredited NGO from Global Environment Facility (GEF) and is a consortium member of the Virtual Foundation.

HLF operates on a project basis and its infrastructure has been flexible in order to accommodate various project sizes. HLF has a staff of 6 full time staff and has drawn from approximately 100 volunteers along with several associated volunteers.
Of late HLF has expanded its activities to include cultural preservation activities focusing on ancient indigenous practices and wisdom of the Himalayan and South Asia Regions.