Sujan Nepali

Geospatial enthusiast

Turning geographic data into data-driven decisions for a sustainable future

Areas of Interest

Core Spatial Analysis

Identifying patterns and insights from geographic data to support strategic decision-making.

Connecting Agriculture, Geospatial and Statistics

Building models to understand the problem and provides solutions existing in Agriculture.

Geo-AI, Machine Learning & Deep Learning

Applying machine learning or deep learning to classify satellite imagery and extract features from complex datasets.

Geospatial Data Engineering

Managing and optimizing spatial databases, and cloud-based geo-infrastructure.

Interactive Cartography

Designing compelling web maps and dashboards to visualize and communicate complex spatial stories.

Web development

In a phase of learning to implement the spatial works to visualize in the interactive environment.

About Me

Geomatics Engineer | Geospatial enthusiast | GIS & Remote Sensing Expert

With over 6 years of hands-on experience in geospatial technologies, I bring a unique blend of technical precision and academic depth to every project. Currently, I serve as a geospatial expert at ICIMOD, where I deliver high-impact solutions in renewable energy, for the identification of energy demand in the potential area for river based lift irrigation using advanced GIS and remote sensing tools and data analysis. The platform for this solutions is prepared for Nepal and Bhutan and we called it PURE platform.

My journey for 4 years was in academia, where I dedicated as a Geomatics instructor in GIS, Remote Sensing, Cartography, and Surveying. This teaching experience not only deepened my technical foundation but also sharpened my ability to translate complex concepts into actionable insights, a skill I carry into every aspect of my work.

Whether building platforms, analyzing satellite imagery, or mentoring the next generation of geomatics professionals, I thrive on transforming geospatial data into real-world impact. I dont just map the world, I help shape smarter, more sustainable decisions through spatial intelligence.

Experience

Geospatial Analyst, SSA – International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD)

Khumaltar, Lalitpur, Nepal

July 2024 – Present

Lead development of the PURE Platform for Bhutan
Analyze geospatial data for lift irrigation potential mapping
Collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to implement spatial solutions

Geospatial Consultant – International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD)

Khumaltar, Lalitpur, Nepal

July 2023 – July 2024

Built geospatial models for lift irrigation in Nepal
Designed and tested spatial decision-support tools, called PURE platform for Nepal
Integrated GIS workflows and build a decision tools with the coordination with Regional Information Service team

Geomatics Instructor – Nepal Banepa Polytechnic Institute

Banepa, Kavrepalanchok, Nepal

Aug 2018 – Sept 2022

Taught core courses: GIS, Remote Sensing, Cartography, Surveying
Conducted field-based surveying projects
Designed practical assignments to enhance technical skills

Engineer Initiate Geomatics – NEA Engineering Company Ltd

Maitighar, Kathmandu, Nepal

Nov 2017 - Dec 2017

Project: “Study and Analysis of Optimal Distributed Generation for Access to Grid Electricity for All in five years with the participation of Local-level Government”
GIS mapping and field visit
Interaction with NEA staffs at Local-level

GIS Field Researcher – HERD International

Maitighar, Kathmandu, Nepal

August 2017

Project: “Survey for Urban Equity”
GIS mapping to map buildings on Open Street Map
Field data collection using ODK questionnaires

Education

Master of Engineering in Geoinformatics – Kathmandu University

Dhulikhel, Kavrepalanchok, Nepal

Year completed: May 2024

CGPA: 3.91 out of 4
Thesis: Mapping winter crops using high-resolution satellite images and machine learning algorithms.
Major subjects: GIS, Remote Sensing, Digital Image Processing, Machine Learning, Deep Learning in Remote Sensing, Scientific Geo-Computing, Spatial data infrastructure & open GIS

Bachelor of Engineering in Geomatics Engineering – Kathmandu University

Dhulikhel, Kavrepalanchok, Nepal

Year completed: Oct 2017

CGPA: 3.56 out of 4
Final Year Project: Land cover and fragmentation prediction of Chitwan National Park using remote sensing.
Major subjects: GIS, Remote Sensing, Surveying, Photogrammetry, Geodesy, Spatial Database Management System, Spatial Data Infrastructure, Python

Publications

Published Papers

Bade, B., Schulthess, U., Blasch, G., Sherpa, S. R., Shrestha, H. L., Bajimaya, D., Pinjarla, B., Kamal, M., and Nepali, S.: Temporal Sentinel-2 Imagery for Wheat mapping and monitoring: Analyzing Phenological Stages with Machine Learning to Improve Mapping Precision for Small Farms, ISPRS Ann. Photogramm. Remote Sens. Spatial Inf. Sci., X-G-2025, 143–149, https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-annals-X-G-2025-143-2025, 2025.

Pant, P., Thapa, N., Nepali, S., Sanjel, S. (2024). "Land Cover Change Before and After the Sendai Framework of Disaster Risk Reduction."

Data Publications

Bajimaya, D., et al. "In-situ crop type data for the Terai region of Nepal for 2022-2023 winter season." CIMMYT Research Data & Software Repository Network.

Conference Presentations

"Trend analysis of agro-meteorological parameters collected using IoT-based ground sensors." AGSE 2021, Online-Conference.