Introduction to Mehmood Booti Waste Dumping Site Mehmood Booti waste dumping site is located in Lahore, near Ring Road. It is the oldest dumping site and responsible for the source of many environmental issues in itself. The waste dumped there crosses over 80 feet in height and gives rise to several other environmental concerns. The […]
List of Major and Minor Rivers of Pakistan With Description
Rivers of Pakistan Pakistan is a country blessed with numerous river systems. These rivers are a source of livelihood for the population of Pakistan as well as provide a rich ecosystem for biodiversity to thrive. In addition, Pakistan has one of the world’s largest and longest running irrigation systems in the world known as the […]
List of Natural and Artificial Lakes of Pakistan With Detail
Lakes of Pakistan: Pakistan is blessed with a lot of natural lakes, as well as man-made ones. There is such an abundance of lakes in Pakistan particularly in the Gilgit Baltistan region (approx. 500 lakes) that are still undiscovered and unnamed even to the local population. There are over 60 well-known lakes in Pakistan. 51 […]
List Of 10 Major Forests Of Pakistan With Description
Forests of Pakistan: Forests with their lush vegetation and myriads of trees are cited as the lungs of the Earth. Forests are not only important for local biodiversity but are also responsible for Carbon Sequestration. Pakistan, however is unfortunately a country not quite richly endowed with forests. With most of the area falling under arid […]
What Are Pakistan’s Biggest Environmental Challenges?
How is Pakistan Affected By Climate Change: Pakistan is globally a low carbon emitter however, in terms of the adverse effects of the climate change, Pakistan is suffering from a lot of severe issues mainly that of, but not limited to increased heat, glacial lake outburst flooding in the mountains and Himalayan regions, droughts along […]
Pakistan’s Native Vultures – Reasons for Population Decline?
Introduction: In Pakistan, Vultures are also known locally as ‘Giddhs’ are considered to be an omen of bad luck in some South Asian societies and tribes whereas simultaneously, there are communities and tribes across South Asia that also consider them to be sacred. From an ecological perspective, vultures or giddhs are extremely important for our […]
Pakistani Tourists and the Fruit Trees of Gilgit Baltistan
Introduction: Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan is one of the most picturesque and scenic regions. It is also a hotbed of diverse flora and fauna as well as rich culture of the various mountain villages and communities living there since thousands of years with their own food, traditions and various festivals that also serve as an […]
Deadly Tourism Season in Pakistan’s Northern Areas 2023
Introduction: Pakistan has been a popular tourism destination since 2018 before the growing tourism industry came to a halt due to the pandemic. After 2021, the industry picked its pace back due to more locals and foreigners wanting to travel after the pandemic lockdowns worldwide. However, with the rising instances of extreme weather events and […]
Exploring Pakistan’s Vulnerability to Climate Change: A Closer Look
In recent years, Pakistan has faced a series of disasters, notably the devastating flood of 2022, which has strikingly highlighted the increasing impacts of climate change. As these events unfold, it becomes clear that the technologies available to manage these challenges are unfortunately limited. This is a call to action that we simply cannot afford […]
Unique Animal Species Biodiversity of Gilgit-Baltistan Pakistan
Introduction: Common Fauna Present in Gilgit Baltistan Gilgit Baltistan is home to not only some of the highest number of glaciers outside the poles, but it is also very rich in flora and fauna species of the world especially some that are endemic like snow leopards, Yaks, Markhors etc. to name a few. It is […]