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Pakistan's First International Award Winning Magazine on Environment and Health


Eco-friendly tips for staying cool
// Amy McCarthy In many areas of the country, this summer is expected to bring record heat. That means higher electricity bills and more...
Jul 1, 20244 min read


The Golden Spice: Unveiling the Health Benefits of Turmeric
// Aleem Chaudhry Turmeric, locally known as "Haldi," has long been a staple in Pakistani kitchens and a cornerstone in traditional...
Jul 1, 20243 min read


Hiking made safe
// Sultan Kiani Margalla Hills Trail 5 is a popular track for hiking and trekking in Islamabad. However, due to a recent tragic and fatal...
Jul 1, 20244 min read


The Ghost of the Mountains: Snow Leopard Conservation in Pakistan
// Dr. A.A Quraisy Snow leopards, known scientifically as Panthera uncia, are an iconic species native to the rugged mountain ranges of...
Jun 30, 20243 min read


Healing Herbs
// Zahrah Nasir Herbs are becoming more popular, both for their culinary and medicinal uses, especially here in Pakistan where the trend...
Jun 30, 20244 min read


Farmers who graze sheep under solar panels say it improves productivity. So why don’t we do it more?
// Aston Brown Allowing livestock to graze under renewable developments gives farmers a separate income stream, but solar developers have...
Jun 30, 20244 min read


Tripling nuclear energy by 2050 will take a miracle, and miracles don’t happen
// Dr. Farrukh A. Chishtie & Prof. M. V. Ramana It is time to abandon the idea that further expanding nuclear technology can help with...
Mar 28, 20245 min read


The Sweet and Sour Superfood
// Mahvish Chishtie Tamarind, known as "Imli" in Urdu, is a popular ingredient in the culinary landscapes of Pakistan and has great...
Mar 28, 20242 min read


Shifting Agricultural Landscape: Changes in Crop Patterns in Pakistan's Central Punjab
// Abdul Aleem Ch Recent shifts in crop patterns in Pakistan's Central Punjab, driven by climate change, technology, market demands, and...
Mar 28, 20243 min read


Rising Impacts, Moving Lives: Addressing Climate Migration in Pakistan and Beyond
// Dr. Farrukh A. Chishtie As the 2022 floods submerged a third of Pakistan, displacing millions and revealing the acute vulnerabilities...
Mar 28, 20248 min read


Pakistan needs realistic austerity measures
// Shahida Kauser Farooq As the dust settles following the February 8 general elections in Pakistan, with a familiar federal setup...
Mar 28, 20243 min read


Rethinking Green Initiatives: The Case for Indigenous Over Exotic in Pakistan's Plantation Drives
// Dr. Farrukh Chishtie In a recent drive led by Maryam Nawaz, Chief Minister of Punjab, Pakistan embarked on an ambitious tree-planting...
Mar 28, 20244 min read


CDA is bringing Sustainable Public Transportation to Islamabad
// Sultan Kiani Islamabad undoubtedly is one of the world’s most beautiful capitals. Well-known for its natural beauty, the city has...
Mar 28, 20244 min read


Manghopir’s Crocodile Cult
// Dr. A.A Quraisy Manghopir, a stone’s throw from Karachi, is the only mausoleum in Asia where the cult of crocodile worship has been...
Mar 28, 20244 min read


Rosemary: an evergreen herb for your garden
// Sultan Kiani Rosemary is a great choice for your garden. Here are the advantages of this wonderful evergreen shrub. Gardening is a...
Dec 31, 20232 min read


Managing common health & safety hazards in winters
// Sultan Kiani Unlike long intense summers, we experience milder and shorter winters in Pakistan except for the northern region and...
Dec 31, 20235 min read


Fossil fuel related air pollution ‘kills 5 million people a year’
// Andrew Gregory Of more than 8 million deaths worldwide from outdoor air pollution, 61% linked to fossil fuels, finds study. Air...
Dec 31, 20232 min read


Beyond artificial rain: Addressing Lahore's smog crisis and air pollution across South Asia
// Dr. Farrukh Chishtie In December 2023, Pakistani authorities employed artificial rain to combat the severe smog crisis in Lahore, one...
Dec 31, 20234 min read


Dried Apricots: Unveiling the Golden Gems of Pakistani Cuisine
// Abdul Aleem Chaudhry In the heart of Pakistan's diverse culinary landscape lies a sweet treasure that has been cherished for centuries...
Dec 31, 20232 min read


Pitcher (Matka) Irrigation: A Simple & Smart Solution to Address Water Scarcity
// Sultan Kiani Pitcher Irrigation, also known as “Matka Irrigation” in South Asia, is a classic yet smart and eco-friendly method of...
Dec 31, 20233 min read
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