Introduction: Soil erosion is the loss of topsoil due to various factors but mostly due to deforestation, lack of soil cover that results in siltation further downstream. around 75 hectares of forest area have already been deforested and as a result over one billion of soil has been lost to soil erosion. Check out: Soil […]
What is Trophy Hunting? Advantages, Disadvantages in Pakistan
What is Trophy Hunting? Traditionally, trophy hunting refers to the hunting of various sort of wild animals for sport, pleasure and the fun of it and to display some parts of the animal (usually the head) as a trophy or use their parts to harvest useful products like musk, ivory from elephant tusks or deer […]
What Is Environmental-Consciousness And Why Is It Important?
What is ‘Eco-consciousness’? What does it mean? Environmental consciousness, is also known as eco-consciousness or environmental awareness.It is a term used for activities or steps taken by keeping the environment in mind. Whether it means learning about the environment and various factors affecting it, educating masses and raising awareness. Not only just being mindful, it […]
What Are Environmental Indicators And Why Are They Important
What is meant by Environmental Indicators? Environmental indicators refers to the quantitative, numerical or statistical value assigned to a phenomenon that takes place in the environment. They are assigned numerical values in order to assess the impact and judge the condition of the environment. They are usually based on Environmental parameters. What are Environmental Parameters? […]
Role of Local Communities In Environmental Reform Planning
What is meant by “Environmental Reform Planning”? In an era where disasters and diseases induced by climate change are increasingly recurring and becoming common; changes need to be made. These changes that should focus on improving our environment by cutting down emissions, being more resourceful and mindful of our activities in general. Thus, Environmental reform […]
What Is Eco-Friendly Green 5G Network And Its Importance?
What is meant by ”5G Networks”? Also known as 5th Generation Mobile Network, it is the 5th global wireless network after 1G, 2G, 3G and 4G. 5G network essentially connects various appliances including machines, cellular objects, phones and other electronic devices. It also supports the data handling capacity of up to 10000 times than previous […]
Transforming Gilgit: Sustainable Development and Conservation
As a student, researcher, and environmental activist residing in Gilgit-Baltistan, specifically in the environmentally impacted city of Gilgit, I have observed firsthand the dramatic degradation of my hometown. Once an idyllic green city adorned with a network of pristine water streams originating from glaciers, Gilgit has transformed into a bustling hub burdened by overpopulation and […]
Climate Change And Environmental Issues Psychological Impact
Introduction: With the increasing talk about environmental issues and risks of climate change, there has been a reported increase in anxiety and feeling of despair among people old enough to understand what it means for the future of humans on Earth. An increase in disasters, rapid regional temperature changes, rainfall pattern shifts and other natural […]
Why Pakistan Needs Eco-Friendly And Sustainable Tourism?
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 […]