Climate & Environment

ISLAMABAD, May 6 (APP):: As Pakistan grapples with escalating climate challenges, green urban initiatives are emerging globally as a crucial strategy. This feature explores how sustainable urban practices, such as green infrastructure and eco-friendly development, are not only to mitigate environmental risks but also to […]

Karachi, Pakistan – Karachi, as a sprawling metropolis, grapples with a significant environmental challenge stemming from its inadequate water sanitation and solid waste management systems. The city’s burgeoning population and rapid industrialization exacerbate these problems, necessitating urgent action and sustainable solutions to safeguard public health […]

SARGODHA, Apr 27 (APP): Light to moderate rain with winds on Saturday brought about a pleasant change in weather. According to the meteorological department, more rain has been predicted in the city, while maximum and minimum temperatures were recorded at 26 degrees Centigrade and 17 […]

PESHAWAR, Apr 19 (APP):The Water and Sanitation Services Peshawar (WSSP) has reported that heavy rainfall has resulted in overflow and pressure on the drainage system at various locations in the city. The WSSP spokesperson said that overflows are occurring due to excess water beyond the […]

ISLAMABAD, Apr 18 (APP): Prime Minister’s Coordinator on Climate Change, Romina Khurshid Alam Thursday emphasized climate diplomacy to address the climate challenges including global warming, melting of glaciers, urban deforestation, heat waves, endangered rare species, and carbon credits. She stated this in a meeting with […]

Washington, April 9 (Online): A rare total solar eclipse drew a “path of totality” over North America, throwing swaths of the United States, Canada and Mexico into darkness in the middle of the day. A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth […]

Islamabad, April 3, 2024 A diverse group of experts convened for a groundbreaking consultation on community led Climate Resilient Water Governance Models in Pakistan. Hosted by the International Rescue Committee and National Disaster Risk Management Fund, the consultation aimed to gather expert insights on enhancing […]

Lahore, Pakistan – March 29, 2024 – Unilever Pakistan and Karachi Press Club held an interactive session to address the development needs for climate journalism in Pakistan. The event was attended by prominent journalists, aimed to delve into the nuances of climate change reporting and […]

Lahore, 05 March, 2024: The Mayor Karachi, Barrister Murtaza Wahab and MD & CEO, PSO, Syed Muhammad Taha inaugurated the company’s latest initiative, PSO ECO STREET, surrounding PSO House (Clifton, Karachi). PSO ECO STREET, a sustainable plastic road, is part of PSO’s ongoing efforts to […]

Islamabad, February 23, 2024: Tameer-e-Khalaq Foundation (TKF) and National University of Science and Technology (NUST) have officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance collaboration and participation in activities related to climate change initiatives. The MOU outlines the framework for joint efforts in […]