Eco-tourism in Pakistan: Tourism associated and aimed at conserving the environment from degradation while enjoying visiting a new country or place is termed as eco-tourism. Pakistan being one of the countries with an emerging tourism industry has seen great benefits due to this. But it is also crucial to address the unacknowledged part of the […]
Beauty Products And Their Negative Impact On The Environment
Link Between the Beauty Industry and Environment: At first glance the beauty industry does not seem to significantly have any contribution to the environment and its degradation. However, there is a strong link between both due to the plastic packaging, synthetic chemicals and most importantly their improper disposal. Beauty products in general are made of […]
Impact Of Nuclear Weapons On The Environment
Introduction: Nuclear Weapons and Warfare There is no doubt that Nuclear weapons used in military actions and warfare have no positive impact. Whether that be in terms of environment or humans in general. These result in widespread devastation, killing all wildlife and eradicating all vegetation for miles. They are even more negative effects of nuclear […]
Great Potential of Ecotourism in Pakistan and Its Importance
What is Eco-Tourism? Eco-Tourism is the environmentally friendly and responsible approach to tourism. It involves having tourists visit sites in a country or place while focusing on environmental conservation, supporting local economies and minimizing the negative impacts of tourism. This is beneficial to preserve wildlife and conservation of those areas which are threatened and/or degraded. […]
Fading Footprints: A Tale of Survival Struggle
Pakistan’s unique wildlife faces significant threats, encompassing population decline, habitat loss, illegal hunting, poaching, and the illicit trade of wild animals. The survival battle of three iconic species that call Pakistan home warrants discussion. Check out: 10 Critically Endangered Animals That Can Go Extinct By 2050 1. SNOW LEOPARD The Snow Leopard, scientifically known as […]
Environmental Impact of Intense Agriculture In Netherlands
Introduction: Netherlands is the second largest agricultural producer in the world at second only to the US. The Netherlands is famous for exporting cheese, flowers, tomatoes and even vegetables and beer. In addition, The Netherlands is also the biggest meat exporter in Europe and has around 4 million cows, 13 million pigs and 104 million […]
Importance of Environmental Data For Health Pandemic Studies
What Is Meant By ‘Environmental Data’? Environmental data refers to any and all types of information collected and measurements taken regarding processes occurring in environment. It may also include information on different species, locations, biodiversity hotspots in a region etc. Current environmental data has evolved into encapsulating the effects of human activities on the environment. […]
Environmental Protection Vs. Economic Development Conflict
Environment VS Economic Development – What it means? Economic development entails the steps taken to improve the living standards and over all well being of the people. It includes, better infrastructure, creating job opportunities for the public, implementing and maintaining safety, hygiene and sanitation standards. Basically all the policies and actions that lead to a […]
Reasons Why Pakistani Universities Need To Go Paperless?
Pakistani Universities and Their Paper Use- Sources and Amount Pakistani education system in general utilizes a ton of paper annually. The Universities are no exception. From multiple paged admission forms to bi annual fee receipts that are discarded without a thought. This happens every year and the amount of paper waste generated is unprecedented. Pakistan […]
Role Of Bioinformatics In Environmental Science Studies
What is meant by “Bioinformatics”: Bioinformatics is the discipline related to collection of data using a computer. The data collected typically involves data such as DNA, genes and other information. This is the general definition of bioinformatics. It is usually used in genetic studies and the like. It is typically used for drug based studies […]