Rising Impacts, Moving Lives: Addressing Climate Migration in Pakistan and Beyond
As the 2022 floods submerged a third of Pakistan, displacing millions and revealing the acute vulnerabilities of its people to climate change, this cover story delves into the escalating crisis of climate migration—a phenomenon pushing humanity to the brink, demanding urgent global and local actions to forge pathways to resilience and sustainability.
Rethinking Green Initiatives: The Case for Indigenous Over Exotic in Pakistan's Plantation Drives
In a recent drive led by Maryam Nawaz, Chief Minister of Punjab, Pakistan embarked on an ambitious tree-planting initiative planting some exotic species, sparking a crucial dialogue on the ecological impact of using exotic versus indigenous species for reforestation.
Shifting Agricultural Landscape: Changes in Crop Patterns in Pakistan's Central Punjab
Recent shifts in crop patterns in Pakistan's Central Punjab, driven by climate change, technology, market demands, and government policies, are impacting its agricultural sector and broader economic, environmental, and social dynamics.
CDA is bringing Sustainable Public Transportation to Islamabad
Islamabad undoubtedly is one of the world’s most beautiful capitals. Well-known for its natural beauty, the city has modern buildings, world class road network and elegant public parks. Nevertheless, the city has also been ranked as the 9th most polluted federal capitals in the world!
Pakistan needs realistic austerity measures
As the dust settles following the February 8 general elections in Pakistan, with a familiar federal setup resuming power amidst severe economic critiques and a staggering inflation peak of 38% in May 2024, the pressing need for stringent austerity measures, as pledged with a 15% expense cut in February 2023, becomes undeniably crucial to alleviate the national exchequer's burden and stabilize the economy.
