About ChhimiD Consulting
We have a group of Experts who are experienced in their own fields of specializations.
Some of the experts are full-time employees of CDC while others are our Affiliate
Consultants and Experts who work with us on our projects and proposals.
Some of the experts are full-time employees of CDC while others are our Affiliate
Consultants and Experts who work with us on our projects and proposals.
Mr. Chhimi Dorji
Energy, Environment and Water Resources
Chhimi holds an MSc in Environmental Systems – Energy, Environment and Society, from, California State University, Humboldt in the USA. He also holds a First class Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT) in India, and completed a postgraduate course in Energy Planning and Sustainable Development at the University of Oslo, Norway in 2008.
Chhimi’s recent work includes working for the Asian Development Bank as a Hydrology, Hydraulics and Modelling Expert working on various Integrated Water Resources, Urban and Transport projects; UNDP Bhutan as Hydrology expert and Deputy Team Leader on a Climate Resilience project; Austrian Development Agency as a Hydrology Expert on the Environmental Flow Assessment for Hydropower Projects in Bhutan; Druk Green Power Corporation for the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment of the Nyera Amari I&II Hydropower Project, Hydrology and E-Flow component; and, Government of Bhutan as Hydrology, Hydro-Met Engineer, Water Resources and Modelling Expert on Urban Planning and Hydropower. Chhimi has also consulted for IFAD, WMO, World Bank and WWF Bhutan on various Environmental Projects. A He has also worked for 10 years as a hydrology/water resources engineer for the National Centre for Hydrology and Meteorology of Bhutan and the erstwhile Department of Energy (now also Department of Hydropower and Power Systems) of Bhutan.
Chhimi’s recent work includes working for the Asian Development Bank as a Hydrology, Hydraulics and Modelling Expert working on various Integrated Water Resources, Urban and Transport projects; UNDP Bhutan as Hydrology expert and Deputy Team Leader on a Climate Resilience project; Austrian Development Agency as a Hydrology Expert on the Environmental Flow Assessment for Hydropower Projects in Bhutan; Druk Green Power Corporation for the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment of the Nyera Amari I&II Hydropower Project, Hydrology and E-Flow component; and, Government of Bhutan as Hydrology, Hydro-Met Engineer, Water Resources and Modelling Expert on Urban Planning and Hydropower. Chhimi has also consulted for IFAD, WMO, World Bank and WWF Bhutan on various Environmental Projects. A He has also worked for 10 years as a hydrology/water resources engineer for the National Centre for Hydrology and Meteorology of Bhutan and the erstwhile Department of Energy (now also Department of Hydropower and Power Systems) of Bhutan.
Ms. Kritika Neopaney
Environmental Specialist
Kritika has over 11 years of working experience in three different companies in Bhutan working in the field of Power Generation, Distribution and Infrastructure Development. Until recently, she headed the Environmental Division of the Construction Development Corporation Ltd. being responsible for all environmental related functions of the company including carrying out environment impact assessment (EIA) studies. Notable EIA studies were those of the Bhutan Education City Project, development of two industrial estates in southern Bhutan and the upcoming Amochhu Land Development & Township Project (ALDTP) at Phuentsholing. The ALDTP project, a US$ 25 million project being funded by the ADB conforms to its robust safeguard policies.
With a Masters in Energy and Environmental Management from University of Flensburg, Germany and BE. Electrical Engineering from SVNIT, India and diverse power sector and EIA experiences, she is confident to be able to carry out EIA studies of any type of project including those of hydropower.
With a Masters in Energy and Environmental Management from University of Flensburg, Germany and BE. Electrical Engineering from SVNIT, India and diverse power sector and EIA experiences, she is confident to be able to carry out EIA studies of any type of project including those of hydropower.
Mr. Jas Bdr Basnet
Survey, GIS, and Hydropower Field Assessment
Mr. Basnet resigned in 2014 as Executive Engineer for Department of Hydropower and Power Systems of Bhutan. He has over 30 years of experience in Hydropower Planning, Surveying and Hydro-Meteorological data collection in Bhutan. Mr. Basnet has managed site assessment expeditions in all parts of the country for hydropower planning and development. Sites range from 5000masl Lingshi to 1200MW Punatsangchhu Hydropower Project sites. He is fully acquainted with all hydropower plans and sites across the country. He has also worked on DPR Projects of Various Hydropower Projects in the country as Project Manager, Engineer and site supervisor.
He has a certificate in hydrology from NoAA, National Weather Services, Kansas, USA and Diploma in Hydropower and Hydro-Meteorology from ICH Norway and Nepal.
He has a certificate in hydrology from NoAA, National Weather Services, Kansas, USA and Diploma in Hydropower and Hydro-Meteorology from ICH Norway and Nepal.
Ms. Leki Wangmo Dorji
Assistant Environment Officer
Leki is a graduate from Royal Thimphu College, Bhutan with BSc Environment Management. She works for CDC on project investigations, surveys, reviews and support the team on envrionmental decision and analysis. Leki is trained on Environment Impact Assessment, Waste Management, GIS and Data Analysis. She joined CDC in 2019 right after her graduation.
Mrs. Manju Giri
Social, Environment and Gender Development Expert
Manju has over thirteen years of experience in the formulation and implementation of Gender, environment and Social related projects. She also has experience in conducting participatory assessment, analysis and monitoring and evaluation of community based projects and programmes. She also has experience in project management, resource mobilization and partnership building, facilitation of training workshops, proposal writing and documentation of lessons learnt. Manju has worked with government, donors, NGOs, and community-based organizations. She has recently completed Gender, Social, Environment and Education projects for the ADB in Bhutan and also is a trained Social Safeguards Expert in Bhutan.
With a Masters in Science in Gender and Development Studies from Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand; Masters of Science in Sustainable Development from Sikkim Manipal University, India and Bachelors of Geography/Humanities she is capable of conducting a wholesome social and environmental impact assessment of development in Bhutan, including that of Hydropower with confidence.
With a Masters in Science in Gender and Development Studies from Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand; Masters of Science in Sustainable Development from Sikkim Manipal University, India and Bachelors of Geography/Humanities she is capable of conducting a wholesome social and environmental impact assessment of development in Bhutan, including that of Hydropower with confidence.
Mr. Kapil Pradhan
Water Resources, Urban Environment and IWRM
Kapil Pradhan has a Master of Science degree in Municipal Water and Infrastructure from UNESCO-IHE, The Netherlands and Bachelor of Civil Engineering from Nagpur University, India. He has worked for the Royal Government of Bhutan in various capacities and also worked for UNOPS in Afghanistan with a total working experience of more than 14 years.
As a consultant, he has undertaken works for Asian Development Bank and Royal Government of Bhutan in the field of Water Supply, Sanitation and Urban Environment. He is currently working as a Water Security Specialist for an ADB project in Bhutan looking at Integrated Water Resources Management for Mountainous Regions.
As a consultant, he has undertaken works for Asian Development Bank and Royal Government of Bhutan in the field of Water Supply, Sanitation and Urban Environment. He is currently working as a Water Security Specialist for an ADB project in Bhutan looking at Integrated Water Resources Management for Mountainous Regions.
Mr. Krishna Lal Chhetri
Environment Specialist - Waste and Education
Krishna has a Bachelors in Science (2002) from Sherubtse College, Bhutan affliated then to Delhi University, India. His Mesters is from Chungnam National University, Daejeon, South Korea - Environmental Engineering.
He has more than 17 years of expereince working in the education, research and consultancy sector.
He is one of the main evironment experts at CDC working on Waste sector and educational assignments of teaching and curriculum development. He has worked for IGES Japan, GTC Korea, NECS Bhutan and also UNDP Bhutan.
Mrs Choening Wangmo
Environment Officer
Choening has a Bachelors in Environment Science from Sherubtse College, Royal University of Bhutan. She has very good communication skills and had been working on various projects in Bhutan for us in the field of water and environment since 2021. Her goal is to work in challenging atmosphere and put her potential to the best use of fulfilling organization's goal & learning maximum in the process through consistent hard work & determination retaining normal human values.
Mr. Hari Kumar Suberi
Sustainable Development, Materials Flow, Renewable Energy
Hari has a Masters in Engineering from Trier University of Applied Sciences, Germany in Materials Flow Management, and a Masters in Science on Renewable Energy from Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific (APU) University, Japan. He also has a Bachelors in Electrical Engineering from College of science and technology, Royal University of Bhutan.
Hari Kumar Suberi is national consultant currently working as researcher in areas of sustainable development. His focus areas are green fuel for transport energy demand. He was a consultant for rural electrification project for Department of Renewable Energy (DRE), Bhutan. He also worked as an international consultant in Germany to develop circular economy concept design for developing countries. The first project concept of circular economy is showcased in Germany at zero emission campus where energy plus building design and integration of regional biomass potentials as practice oriented educational institute is established at UCB. Following the idea of zero emission campus design a detail material flow analysis is conducted in Sri Lanka where Hari was a technical advisor to implement strategies for establishing zero emission university.
Hari Kumar Suberi is national consultant currently working as researcher in areas of sustainable development. His focus areas are green fuel for transport energy demand. He was a consultant for rural electrification project for Department of Renewable Energy (DRE), Bhutan. He also worked as an international consultant in Germany to develop circular economy concept design for developing countries. The first project concept of circular economy is showcased in Germany at zero emission campus where energy plus building design and integration of regional biomass potentials as practice oriented educational institute is established at UCB. Following the idea of zero emission campus design a detail material flow analysis is conducted in Sri Lanka where Hari was a technical advisor to implement strategies for establishing zero emission university.
Mr. Sherab Dorji
Electrical Project Engineer, Hydropower Projects
Sherab has a Masters Degree in Electrical Power Systems from Edith Cowan University in Australia. He also holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT) in India.
He has more than 10 years of rich working experience with two major hydropower projects in Bhutan. As an Electrical Project Engineer with 1020MW Tala hydroelectric project for five years, he has handled execution of electrical work packages starting from engineering design, cost estimation and technical specification for work scope. He has completed and commissioned electrical works within stipulated time and budget while delivering projects with desired quality. He also has experience in review of environmental and social impacts to the local communities and ecosystem from the project.
His recent work includes working for 1200MW Punatsangchhu hydroelectric project, providing reliable power supply to various work fronts with construction of permanent distribution substations and transmission lines. The routing of overhead transmission lines and finalization of substation locations were decided in consultation with local communities. Completion of site assembly and high voltage testing of two numbers each of rotors and stators for 200MW generator was a major achievement. As construction engineer, strict implementation of occupational health and safety policies and procedures at work site has been his topmost priority. His expertise and experience has been a valuable assets and inputs to delivering consultancy services in the field of social and environmental impact assessment for the formulation of detailed hydropower project reports in Bhutan.
His recent work includes working for 1200MW Punatsangchhu hydroelectric project, providing reliable power supply to various work fronts with construction of permanent distribution substations and transmission lines. The routing of overhead transmission lines and finalization of substation locations were decided in consultation with local communities. Completion of site assembly and high voltage testing of two numbers each of rotors and stators for 200MW generator was a major achievement. As construction engineer, strict implementation of occupational health and safety policies and procedures at work site has been his topmost priority. His expertise and experience has been a valuable assets and inputs to delivering consultancy services in the field of social and environmental impact assessment for the formulation of detailed hydropower project reports in Bhutan.
Ms. Seldon
Human Resources and Business Management
Seldon has an international Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from Saxion University of Applied Sciences, Deventer, the Netherlands and Bachelors in Arts (English Hons) from Delhi University through Sherubtse College, Bhutan. She is very much interested in the training, travel and tourism industry with experiences of travel in Europe (Netherlands, where she got the MBA), France, Belgium and other regional travels to Singapore, Thailand, India and Nepal.
She has worked for the national newspaper company- Kuensel, as the Human Resource Officer for last 11 years. The main tasks were recruitment, training needs analysis, performance evaluation and HR development. Besides other things, she led the development of the Kuensel Service Rule and Pay fixation system for the company.
In the coming months Seldon will be a full-time consultant with CDC working on the arrangement of trainings, education, Human Resource Management, Development and Marketing Chief.
She has worked for the national newspaper company- Kuensel, as the Human Resource Officer for last 11 years. The main tasks were recruitment, training needs analysis, performance evaluation and HR development. Besides other things, she led the development of the Kuensel Service Rule and Pay fixation system for the company.
In the coming months Seldon will be a full-time consultant with CDC working on the arrangement of trainings, education, Human Resource Management, Development and Marketing Chief.
Mr. Ngawang Choeda
Energy, Policy Analysis and Project Management
Ngawang has over a decade of experience in the Energy Sector managing energy policies, regulations, feasibility studies and development projects.
Prior to joining CDC in 2015, Ngawang was a Project Manager with the Department of Hydropower and Power Systems and Department of Energy where he worked on many Energy projects (Hydropower and Solar). It involved providing advice including resource assessment, technology evaluation and selection, project conception, project design, project approvals and project delivery. His knowledge and experience extends to climate change, energy security, cost benefit analysis and sustainable development. In addition, he had responsibilities of liaising with international organizations for developing new business opportunities and sourcing investments for energy projects.
Ngawang has a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (1st Class) from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, India and Masters of Engineering and Technology Management from Portland State University, USA.
Prior to joining CDC in 2015, Ngawang was a Project Manager with the Department of Hydropower and Power Systems and Department of Energy where he worked on many Energy projects (Hydropower and Solar). It involved providing advice including resource assessment, technology evaluation and selection, project conception, project design, project approvals and project delivery. His knowledge and experience extends to climate change, energy security, cost benefit analysis and sustainable development. In addition, he had responsibilities of liaising with international organizations for developing new business opportunities and sourcing investments for energy projects.
Ngawang has a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (1st Class) from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, India and Masters of Engineering and Technology Management from Portland State University, USA.
Mr. Robert Dillman
Environmental Specialist and Social Entrepreneur, Business Analysis and Project Development
Robert has more than 20 years of work experience working in Environment, Energy and Economics in USA, Mexico and Gutamela. He has also travelled and lived to more than 20 countries including Tibet/China, Nepal and India teaching English and helping groups and individuals develop business ideas and their execution. Bob is a high energy, team-oriented individual with a high degree of integrity, strong communication skills, and bridge-building capabilities. He also has vast experience and success in various business, academic, and cultural environments. Bob also possess an intense desire for social justice, environmental sustainability and economic equality.
He has a Masters in Environmental Systems (Energy, Environment and Society) from Humboldt State University, California, USA; California State University Chico- Teaching Credential; and Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, USA with Bachelor of Science with Marketing and Finance.
He has a Masters in Environmental Systems (Energy, Environment and Society) from Humboldt State University, California, USA; California State University Chico- Teaching Credential; and Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, USA with Bachelor of Science with Marketing and Finance.
Ms. Sonam Ghakil
Senior Environment Officer
Sonam is full time Environment Officer with the firm. She looks after Environment Impact Assessment, Research, Data Collection and Field Survey works.
Sonam has a Bachelors in Environment and English from Royal Thimphu College, Royal University of Bhutan. She also worked as a student leader during college days.
Currently Sonam works on Water Resources, Energy and Environment Projects with the firm. She is also the lead for Project proposals, field surveys and data analysis.
Sonam has a Bachelors in Environment and English from Royal Thimphu College, Royal University of Bhutan. She also worked as a student leader during college days.
Currently Sonam works on Water Resources, Energy and Environment Projects with the firm. She is also the lead for Project proposals, field surveys and data analysis.