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Call for case studies: Sustainable and resilient infrastructure in the Hindu Kush Himalaya

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Call for case studies - Sustainable and resilient infrastructure in the Hindu Kush Himalaya
A clear and concise title that reflects the essence of the case study within the given thematic areas (maximum 10 words). Please include the project location in the title.
Contextual information about the project, including location, purpose, typology and cultural settings, motivation behind the project (maximum 150 words).
Comprehensive description of the building's design and construction techniques and nature-based materials used (maximum 150 words).
Highlight detailed account of sustainable and low-carbon development practices such as energy efficiency measures, use of nature-based materials, water conservation and waste reduction, Indigenous knowledge, GESI, etc. (maximum 300 words).
Explain how the building is designed to withstand environmental and climate stresses such as extreme weather, climate change and disaster risks for long-term durability, adaptation and resilience building, Indigenous knowledge, and GESI (maximum 300 words).
Resources, labour, GESI, and motivation (maximum 300 words).
Explain insights on any obstacles faced during the project and how they were addressed. Clearly mention how the offered solutions are nature-positive, affordable, and GESI responsive (maximum 250 words).
What are the critical success factors? Explain how the solutions can be contextualised for replication and scaling to other mountain settlements. (maximum 100 words).
Present the results and benefits of the project, including environmental benefits, social impacts, and economic advantages (maximum 100 words).
Please include multimedia to support your case study. Submission of still images, illustrations, audio-visual (video clips, sound bites), 3-D models, animations, and simulations are welcome and will be used for e-learning purposes, if selected. 

All multimedia submissions must follow ICIMOD institutional guidelines, ensuring informed consent, ethical representation, and proper attribution. Content should be original or appropriately credited, with no copyrighted material used without permission.

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