| Degrees |
PhD and Masters in Environmental Sociology, Syracuse University, New York, USA,
Masters in Sustainable International Development, Brandeis University, Massachusetts, USA,
MSc. Environmental Systems Monitoring and Analysis, ITC- The University of Twente, the Netherlands,
M.A. Anthropology, Tribhuwan University, Nepal,
Diploma in Endangered Species Management, Kent University, United Kingdom,
PG Diploma Ecology and Environment, IIEE, India,
Diploma in Environmental Education, Centre for Environment Education – Nehru Foundation for Development, India.
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| Areas of Expertise |
Forest and park management, social equity, inequality, inclusion, innovation, feminism, sustainability, climate change, and social and environmental policies and management. His expertise expands to global and international environmental politics and justice, climate change, sustainable development, public/social policy, the non-profit sector, renewable energy, nature, culture, and power.
Besides, he is also a poet, essayist, and advocate for the environment and social causes.
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| Research Interest |
Key areas of Expertise
More than two decades of global expertise in Social Empowerment (gender, socially disadvantaged groups, indigenous people, marginalized society, etc.). Global Environmental Policies, Global Treaties and Conventions, Wildlife Management, Park and Rangeland Management, Water Resource Management; Conflict Management; Biodiversity Conservation, Green Economy; Sustainability; Roles of International Organizations- Related to Environment Conservation [(United Nations- Agencies-UNEP, UNDP, UNESCO), IUCN, WWF, CITES, Ramsar Convention)] and Funding Organizations (like World Bank, JICA, DFID, KOICA, GEF etc.), Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation within the foci of Social and Environmental Governance Theories and Methods.
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| Selected Papers |
Most Recent Books
- Bhandari, Medani P, (2025), Environmentalism – Pathways to Life for Humanity and Sustainability, River Publishers, Routledge and Taylor & Francis publishing group, UK, Denmark / the Netherlands, USA, ISBN: 9788770048125 e-ISBN: 9788770048118 https://www.riverpublishers.com/book_details.php?book_id=1195
- Bhandari, Medani P, (2025), Roots to Revolution – The Transformation of Environmentalism, Nova Science Publisher, New York, DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/BTTU0583, ISBN: 979-8-89530-382-5 https://novapublishers.com/shop/roots-to-revolution-the-transformation-of-environmentalism/
- Bhandari, Medani P, (2025), Cave to Cloud – Theories of Knowledge Production and Practice, Nova Science Publisher, New York, DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/CGLX5765, ISBN: 979-8-89530-261-3, https://novapublishers.com/shop/cave-to-cloud-theories-of-knowledge-production-and-practice/
- Bhandari, Medani P, (2025), A Holistic Approach to Sustainability – Theoretical Pathways to Life for Humanity, Nova Science Publisher, New York, BISAC: PHI000000 ISBN: 979-8-89530-375-7, DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/WUXB2054 https://novapublishers.com/shop/a-holistic-approach-to-sustainability-theoretical-pathways-to-life-for-humanity/
- Bhandari, Medani P. & Mohamad Mokdad, (2024), The Impact of Future Energy Sources on Geopolitical Reality, Nova Science Publisher, New York, ISBN: 979-8-89113-936-7, DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/GJSK2610 https://novapublishers.com/shop/the-impact-of-future-energy-sources-on-geopolitical-reality/
- Bhandari, Medani P, (2024). Social Inequality: Past, Present and Future, Nova Science Publisher, New York, ISBN: 979-8-89113-877-3, DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/WGWD7767, https://novapublishers.com/shop/social-inequality-past-present-and-future/
- Bhandari, Medani P, & Adhikari, M., (2024). Navigating Sustainability: A Comparative Analysis of Micro vs. Macro Strategies in Least Developed Countries, Nova Science Publisher, New York, ISBN: 979-8-89113-771-4, DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/LNVZ4146 https://novapublishers.com/shop/navigating-sustainability-a-comparative-analysis-of-micro-vs-macro-strategies-in-least-developed-countries/
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2024), The Past, Present, and Future Directions of Migration/Immigration, Nova Science Publisher, New York ISBN: 979-8-89113-536-9, https://novapublishers.com/shop/the-past-present-and-future-directions-of-migration-immigration/ Series: Immigration in the 21st Century: Political, Social and Economic Issues BISAC: SOC007000; SOC031000; SOC066000 DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/BXJI1475
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2024), Theories and Practices of Global Journeys, Nova Science Publisher, New York ISBN: 979-8-89113-535-2, https://novapublishers.com/shop/theories-and-practices-of-global-journeys/ Series: Immigration in the 21st Century: Political, Social and Economic Issues, BISAC: SOC007000; SOC031000; SOC066000
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/GJMM7786
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2024), Transforming Futures- Navigating Society, Environment, and Governance, Nova Science Publisher, New York ISBN: 979-8-89113-319-8 DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/VZSS3645
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2024), Live and Let Others Live- in Reference to Sustainability and Environment Conservation, Nova Science Publisher, New York ISBN: 979-8-89113-344-0 DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/QNHO7880
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2024), The Nexus of Climate Change and Land-use – Global Scenario with Reference to Nepal” River Publishers, Routledge and Taylor & Francis publishing group, UK, Denmark / the Netherlands, USA, ISBN Print: 978-87-7004-083-9, E-book: 978-87-7004-082-2
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2024), (Editor) Women and Society, ISBN 978-1-80355-817-2, IntechOpen Limited, London, United Kingdom.
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2023), Perspectives on Sociological Theories, Methodological Debates and Organizational Sociology, River Publishers, Routledge and Taylor & Francis publishing group, UK, Denmark / the Netherlands, USA, ISBN: 9788770227803; e-ISBN: 9788770227797 https://www.riverpublishers.com/book_details.php?book_id=1014
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2020) Second Edition- Green Web-II: Standards and Perspectives from the IUCN, Policy Development in Environment Conservation Domain with reference to India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh, River Publishers, Routledge and Taylor & Francis publishing group, UK, Denmark / the Netherlands. ISBN: 9788770221924 e-ISBN: 9788770221917
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2020), Getting the Climate Science Facts Right: The Role of the IPCC, River Publishers, Routledge and Taylor & Francis publishing group, UK, Denmark / the Netherlands- ISBN: 9788770221863 e-ISBN: 9788770221856
Papers
- Bhandari, M.P. (2024). What is next for the sustainable development goals, what are the challenges concerning SDG 10—reduced inequalities?. Sustain Earth Reviews 7, 23 https://doi.org/10.1186/s42055-024-00093-8 https://sustainableearthreviews.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s42055-024-00093-8#citeas
- Bhandari, M. P. (2024). Citizen science and its applicability for sustainability and a healthy planet, Academia Environmental Sciences and Sustainability, Volume 1; Issue 1 https://doi.org/10.20935/AcadEnvSci7270 https://www.academia.edu/2997-6006/1/1/10.20935/AcadEnvSci7270
- Bhandari, M. P., Rathore, M. Z. ., & Zahoor, S. . (2024). Harnessing Solar and Hydropower in Pakistan: A Strategic Approach to Climate Change Mitigation. Strategic Planning for Energy and the Environment, 43(04), 1149–1194. https://doi.org/10.13052/spee1048-5236.43414 https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/SPEE/article/view/25509
- Alfadl, F. S. ., & Bhandari, M. P. . (2024). Unleashing the Power of Civil Society: Examining the Impact of the Saudi Green Building Forum in Advancing Eco-friendly Construction in Saudi Arabia. Strategic Planning for Energy and the Environment, 43(04), 1063–1112. https://doi.org/10.13052/spee1048-5236.43412 https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/SPEE/article/view/27339
- Mokdad, M. ., Al-Mekaimi, H. ., & Bhandari, M. P. . (2024). Climate Change Implications on Middle Eastern Geography and Stability – A Case Studies of GCC- with a Focus on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Strategic Planning for Energy and the Environment, 43(04), 1113–1148. https://doi.org/10.13052/spee1048-5236.43413 https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/SPEE/article/view/25963
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2024), Concept and Concerns of Solar Radiation Management (SRM), DC Nepal, published on: Tue, 05 Mar 2024, https://english.dcnepal.com/2024/03/05/concept-and-concerns-of-solar-radiation-management-srm/.
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2024), Nepal Faces Unique Challenges and Vulnerabilities of Climate Change, DC Nepal, Published on: Sun, 18 Feb, 2024, https://english.dcnepal.com/2024/02/18/nepal-faces-unique-challenges-and-vulnerabilities-of-climate-change/.
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2024), Social Transformation, Politics, Role of Knowledge and Social Segregation in Nepal, DC Nepal, Published on: Wed, 14 Feb 2024, https://english.dcnepal.com/2024/02/14/social-transformation-politics-role-of-knowledge-and-social-segregation-in-nepal/
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2024), Emotions and Affective Dynamics in Global Climate Change Politics. DC Nepal, Published on: Wed, 31 Jan 2024, https://english.dcnepal.com/2024/01/31/emotions-and-affective-dynamics-in-global-climate-change-politics/
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2023). Past and Present of Social Inequality: Analyzing Structure and Future Trends. Futurity of Social Sciences, 1(3), 47-60. https://doi.org/10.57125/FS.2023.09.20.04
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2023). How much do we need – What is the limitation of wants and where do we end up with unfulfilled desires? International Journal of Science Annals, 6(2), 1–4. https://doi.org/10.26697/ijsa.2023.2.6 https://culturehealth.org/ijsa_archive/ijsa.2023.2.6.pdf
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2023), Women and Society: a major field of Studies to understand discrimination” Socio-Economic Challenges, 7(2), 78–93. https://doi.org/10.21272/sec.7(2).78-93.2023 https://armgpublishing.com/…/2023/07/SEC_2_2023_7.pdf
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2023), Using Nepal to Understand the Nexus of Climate Change and Land Use- Strategic Planning for Energy and the Environment, Vol. 424,725–748.doi: 10.13052/spee1048-5236.4247- https://journals.riverpublishers.com/…/view/23309/18497
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2023), Challenges of Ecosystems Management in Nepal- Reference to Agriculture, Published on: Wed, 26 Jul, 2023 https://english.dcnepal.com/2023/07/26/challenges-of-ecosystems-management-in-nepal-reference-to-agriculture/
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2023), The Corruption a Chronic Disorder of Humanity: in reference to Developing World Corruption cannot be eradicated overnight…. It requires a cultural shift, Published on: Wed, 28 Jun, 2023 https://english.dcnepal.com/2023/06/28/the-corruption-a-chronic-disorder-of-humanity-in-reference-to-developing-world/
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2023), The Fundamental Principles of Social Sciences, Business Ethics and Leadership, 7(2), 73-86. http://doi.org/10.21272/bel.7(2).73-86.2023.
- Bhandari, M. P. (2023), “The Corruption a Chronic Disease of Humanity: Causes, Effects and Consequences”, Scientific Journal of Bielsko-Biala School of Finance and Law. Bielsko-Biała, PL, 27(1), pp. 5-17. doi 10.19192/wsfip.sj1.2023.1. https://asej.eu/index.php/asej/article/view/696/683
Articles
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2023), Minimizing the Impacts of Climate Change, Published On: August 18, 2023 08:15 AM NPT https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/minimizing-the-impacts-of-climate-change/?categoryId=opinion
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2023), Governance in Social transformations in Nepal, Published On: July 3, 2023 08:30 AM NPT https://myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com/news/governance-in-social-transformations-in-nepal/
- Bhandari, Medani P. (2023), All of Us are Busy, is this Business Healthy for the individual and society, in reference to social media, Published on: Mon, 19 Jun, 2023 https://english.dcnepal.com/2023/06/19/all-of-us-are-busy-is-this-business-healthy-for-the-individual-and-society-in-reference-to-social-media/
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