Profit vs planet
Climate change is a ticking time bomb, wreaking havoc globally. Rapid urbanisation, industrial development and excessive consumerism have put huge pressure on natural resources. Under these circumstances, an important question…
Revolutionising plastic recycling
Plastic pollution is not a recent concern. Before synthetic plastics, natural polymers like rubber and cellulose were widely used. However, the invention of Bakelite by Belgian chemist Leo Baekeland in…
Choked Pakistan
In an unprecedented environmental disaster, Pakistan finds itself situated right at the heart of catastrophe. It is increasingly becoming one of the most polluted nations globally, as a result of…
The climate cost of urban misplanning
“The earth does not belong to man; man belongs to the earth. Whatever he does to the web of life, he does to himself." – Chief Seattle (Native American leader).…
Seed treatment: foundation of successful cotton crop
Cotton is a cornerstone of Pakistan’s economy and a vital source of livelihood for millions of farmers. The success of a cotton crop is not solely dependent on soil preparation…
For a green transition
THE World Bank estimates our climate finance needs at $348 billion up to 2030. To promote green finance, the State Bank of Pakistan has released its draft National Green Taxonomy…
Light up the future
Pakistan continues to struggle to enhance its exports. The problem lies in the fact that we do not have the capability to manufacture and export high technology (high value-added) materials…
Rubbish roads: Nepal explores paving with plastic
Cars speeding along a smooth, black-coloured street in Nepal’s Pokhara are also driving over heaps of discarded plastic, transformed into an ingredient in road construction. Nepal’s urban areas generate about…
Economic agenda
The IMF and the World Bank have been pivotal in bailing out Pakistan, given the country's economic challenges and developmental needs in recent years. Historically, Pakistan has entered into 23…
Powering Pakistan’s EV revolution
Transitioning to climate-friendly electric vehicles (EVs) is crucial for Pakistan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve sustainability. With a projected population of over 400 million and 70 per cent…
