Floating Wetlands in Nepal: A Sustainable Solution to Water Pollution

<p>Water plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy and balanced ecosystem. Yet water bodies are rapidly deteriorating across the globe, and Nepal is not immune to this growing concern. This viewpoint article highlights the urgent need for sustainable solutions to address this issue. Among various technologies, floating wetlands have emerged as a widely accepted and promising option. In the context of Nepal, this approach could be particularly effective by using native plants capable of absorbing organic pollutants, nutrients, and heavy metals from polluted water, along with promoting biodegradation through biofilms on their root systems. We emphasise the importance of formulating actionable policy and ensuring effective implementation of floating wetlands in water bodies — an effort that can significantly contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 3, 6, and 13).</p>