Kathmandu, March 26 -- Sustainability practitioner and climate activist Shilshila Acharya stands at the forefront of Nepal's environmental movement, bridging grassroots action and national policy transformation. Her campaign, 'No Thanks, I carry my own bag', led to the nationwide ban on plastic bags in Nepal.

Recognised among the BBC 100 Women 2024, Acharya has emerged as a leading voice, advocating for sustainable development and informing young politicians about environmental, economic, and social justice.

As the co-founder of Avni Ventures, one of Nepal's largest plastic recycling networks, she envisioned waste as a propelling force for empowerment, employing women from marginalised communities.

For Acharya, environmental activism w...