CPDI Event on Climate Action in Pakistan

The Centre for Peace and Development Initiatives (CPDI) recently hosted a significant event on World Environment Day 2024 to address pressing climate challenges and promote sustainable development in Pakistan. The event, led by CPDI's Executive Director Mukhtar Ahmed Ali, highlighted the urgent need for collective action to combat the global impact of climate change on Pakistan.

Ali proposed a universal graduated taxation system as a solution to environmental issues and called for proactive measures such as banning plastic bags to combat environmental degradation.

The event featured informative panel discussions on the role of local governments in climate action and strategies for land restoration. Panelists emphasized the importance of practical knowledge, local customs, education, and empowering local communities in urban planning processes.

Legislative barriers hindering local government work were addressed, along with initiatives like tree-planting to empower local governments effectively. The event underscored the importance of civic responsibility, consistent government policies, and the significance of dialogue, civic responsibility, and traditional practices as cost-effective solutions to environmental issues.

Furthermore, the event highlighted the role of engaging with the youth population in environmental activism and the need for data-driven planning, waste reuse, individual responsibility, and innovative financing solutions for waste management. The growing e-waste problem in Pakistan was also discussed, emphasizing the importance of certified e-waste management companies and proper disposal methods.

The event emphasized a commitment to collective action for a sustainable future, urging stakeholders to collaborate in securing a resilient future for Pakistan. The resolution presented aimed at empowering communities, strengthening local governance, and ensuring sustainable development through embedding climate action in local development plans.