Bupsa is a small Sherpa settlement in the Everest region of Nepal, situated on the trekking route just below Lukla and above Karikola. Nestled on a ridge with views across deep valleys and terraced fields, the village is made up of traditional houses and farmland, with families relying on subsistence agriculture and trekking tourism. Its location on the main trail makes it an accessible and strategic site for tree planting, helping both the environment and the local community.

Historically, the terraced fields around Bupsa were carefully cultivated with millet, maize, potatoes, and buckwheat, sustaining local families for generations. In recent decades, however, traditional farming practices have become less viable due to out-migration, lack of labour, low yields, and limited access to markets. As a result, many of the terraces have been abandoned and now lie fallow, gradually being reclaimed by scrub and forest.

In November, Bupsa will become a showcase site for Nepal Evergreen, where we plan to plant 10,000 trees – fruit trees such as walnut, pear, peach, and apple; shade and soil-enriching trees like alder and bamboo; and native Himalayan species including rhododendron, oak, and juniper. This diverse planting will restore life to the fallow terraces, strengthen the local environment, and provide lasting benefits for the community.