Dr. Sunil Babu Shrestha, a highly esteemed academician currently serves as an Academician at the Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) and Visiting Professor of Nepal Open University (NOU). He is also the advisor (Infrastructure Technology Expert) of Electricity Regulatory Commission-Nepal. Holding a Doctor of Engineering degree in Environmental Development Engineering from Osaka Sangyo University (OSU), Japan, Dr. Shrestha also possesses a Master’s degree in Urban Planning and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the Institute of Engineering, Tribhuvan University (TU), Nepal. With a remarkable career spanning over 25 years, he has made substantial contributions across private, government, and non-government sectors, holding prestigious positions such as Vice-Chancellor of NAST and Editor-in-Chief of the Nepal Journal of Science and Technology (NJST). Dr. Shrestha’s expertise extends beyond academia, playing a vital role in national infrastructure projects and policy formulation as a member of the National Planning Commission of Nepal. His innovative concepts, including One City-One Identity (OC-OI) and Food Green City (FGC), have revolutionized urban development practices in Nepal. As a prolific author and researcher, Dr. Shrestha has published numerous articles and books on subjects such as sustainable urban development, climate change, solid waste management, and public-private partnerships. Recognized as a Fellow Member of the Nepal Engineers’ Association (NEA) and a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) of Nepal, his dedication has earned him prestigious awards, including the Suprabal Jan Sewa Shree Award from the Head of State of Nepal, highlighting his exceptional achievements and service to the nation.