Next generation NDCs
Countries, including Pakistan, are set to announce new national climate commitments this month under the Paris Agreement. These commitments, known as nationally determined contributions (NDCs), serve as the foundation of…
NDC lessons from the UAE and Brazil
As Pakistan prepares to enhance its climate commitments in the form of NDCs 3.0 under the Paris Agreement’s Article 4, it is crucial to draw lessons from international best practices…
The NDC challenges
The International Day of Clean Energy is celebrated annually on January 26 to highlight the importance of clean energy in mitigating climate change and encouraging countries to transition to sustainable…
Drill, baby, drill!
At the onset of his second term as the president of the United States, Donald Trump has reignited a global debate about the trajectory of his economic policies. With bold…
How to green Karachi
Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city and one of the most populous in the world with over 25 million residents, faces critical environmental challenges. It ranks among the least green megacities globally,…
A green vision for Pakistan’s survival
As the world confronts the escalating impacts of climate change, 2025 begins with a stark reminder: 2024 was the hottest year on record. This alarming milestone has turned scientific warnings…
‘Independent electricity market’
The Federal Minister for Power Awais Leghari is reported to have informed the National Assembly this week that the government would stop purchasing electricity after March this year as creation…
Is climate finance in jeopardy?
In her book, ‘The Social Contract’, philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau emphasised the interconnectedness of individual actions within a collective. This philosophy resonates globally when addressing shared challenges such as climate change.…
One hundred years of quantum wonders
The year 1925 marks a pivotal moment in science, heralding the birth of quantum mechanics – a field that delves into the fundamental behaviour of matter and energy. Werner Heisenberg’s…
Planning for power
Integrated economic planning for Pakistan’s power sector requires a comprehensive approach that addresses the multifaceted challenges faced by the sector today. At its core, this planning should aim to synchronise…
