Best Environmental Website Of Pakistan
Karachi, the city notorious for its nightlife and entertainment, is equally known for its pollution. Wherever you go- be it the busy Saddar streets or the more refined DHA roads – the overflowing garbage on sidewalks and the bad smell of decaying filth is inescapable. Sadly, Karachi’s waste is a persistent scourge. The problem is […]
Introduction: Single use plastics have become a menace to our oceans, aquatic life as well as out land and cityscapes. However, it is not the fault of plastic rather the irresponsible use of it by humans followed by us dumping it anywhere and everywhere. It is astounding that regardless of being aware or unaware, many […]
In an era where climate change and environmental sustainability dominate global discourse, the role of governance structures in tackling ecological challenges cannot be overlooked. Fiscal decentralization—the process of transferring financial and decision-making powers from central to local government has emerged as a potential solution. However, in countries like Pakistan, the effectiveness of this approach is […]
Gilgit-Baltistan, a mountainous region in northern Pakistan, is famous for its beautiful landscapes with many of the highest mountains in the world such as K2, Nanga Parbat, Rakaposhi, and Gasherbrum etc. It also has unique cultural heritage. However, in recent years, this region has been facing a growing health crisis: an alarming increase in cancer […]
Pakistan is facing a drought-like situation in 2025 due to scarce rainfall and snowfall. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has warned of significantly lower than normal precipitation across the country. This has raised concerns about water availability for agriculture, drinking, and other uses. The lack of snowfall in mountainous regions could also impact river flows […]
Every morning, I travel from Malir to Korangi, witnessing a recurring scene that reflects a deeper issue within our city. No matter which routes my journey takes, I find myself greeted by the same unwelcome sight: heaps of garbage lining the streets. Karachi, once fondly known as the “City of Lights,” now battles to clean […]
What is meant by Urbanization? Urbanization means increase in the population shift from rural areas like villages and country sides to more urban areas due to technological, industrial and modern development hubs such as cities and towns. Urbanization is becoming an increasing problem worldwide as well as in Pakistan. This is not surprising considering that […]
Hunza Valley, a picturesque region surrounded by the Karakoram mountain range of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, is famous for its breathtaking and unparalleled beautiful landscapes, unique culture, and sustainable practices. However, with the passage of time, Hunza valley is facing many different challenges, and one of them is increasing pollution, due to tourism influx, new developmental projects, […]
What is Biochar? Biochar is the word used to define the charcoal formed from the pyrolysis (thermal decomposition) of various types of organic matter but specifically biological constituents like plants or vegetation etc. The main purpose of this charcoal- biochar that is produced this way is to store it in the soil for carbon sequestration. […]
Air Pollution In Pakistan: The common and most well known definition of air pollution is that of “anything that can degrade or worsen the quality of air which in turn affects the health of the environment and general public.“ However, when we talk about it in a bit more detail, it comes to light the […]