Punjab department, private sector join hands to address environmental challenges
The Environment Protection and Climate Change Department (EP&CCD) of the Punjab government has entered into a joint collaborative framework with a private-sector company to promote environmental protection, climate action, and sustainable development across the province.
The initiative aims to strengthen coordination between public and private institutions, encourage responsible environmental practices and increase awareness of Punjab’s growing ecological challenges. It will also provide a platform for engaging stakeholders and supporting initiatives aimed at building climate resilience.
Potential areas of cooperation include improving air quality, reducing smog, conserving water, managing waste, protecting biodiversity and encouraging green innovation. The framework also seeks to involve industry representatives, academic institutions, young people and civil society in environmental initiatives.
The collaboration is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 13 on climate action, SDG 12 on responsible consumption and production, and SDG 17 on partnerships for sustainable development.
Speaking at the event, Rabel Sadozai, Director Marketing and Sales at Fatima Fertilizer, said addressing environmental challenges required collective action, practical measures and cooperation across different sectors. She emphasised the importance of raising awareness, promoting responsible practices and translating sustainability commitments into tangible outcomes.
Punjab Environment Protection and Climate Change Department Secretary Silwat Saeed said the company was the first to join the department in the collaborative initiative. She stressed that stronger public-private partnerships were essential to addressing climate change, expanding environmental awareness and improving the province’s resilience to future challenges.
The framework highlights the role of cooperation between government institutions and private businesses in tackling environmental concerns and advancing sustainable development across Punjab.
