Pakistan’s climate, characterized by long, hot summers that stretch over eight months, poses a significant challenge for maintaining comfortable living environments. With over 50% of electricity consumption attributed to residential buildings and the energy demand rising at 4% annually, the reliance on air conditioning systems to cool buildings leads to skyrocketing energy demands. According to…
The industrial sector in Pakistan heavily relies on imported coal―a nonrenewable fossil source of energy―for its operations and power generation. Usage of coal as fuel incurs large import bills and leads to natural resources depletion, carbon emissions, and environmental pollution. Industries are therefore in need of alternate fuels, including waste-derived fuels, which are fuels produced…
In the wake of global climate change, increasing temperatures and constant rise of environmental health related issue it has become important to regularly monitor and ascertain the changes to urban climate. Doing this at a more precise and regular intervals means even more. The growth of modern web, internet of things and database technologies which…
The recent climate changes pose significant threats to urban water accessibility. Shifts in the patterns of climate variables lead to increased water scarcity and competition for resources in urban areas. In addition, climate change-triggered extreme weather events can damage water infrastructure, disrupt supply systems, and compromise water quality. Aging infrastructure is vulnerable, and increased water…
Pakistan’s water supplies are severely stressed because of climate change, rapid population increase, and poor water resource management raises serious concerns. Pakistan today faces an impending water catastrophe as water supply per capita has dropped by more than 80% over the past 70 years. Considering the dire situation, it stands out to be the top…
Pakistan, one of the world’s most vulnerable countries to climate change, is tackling the escalating challenges posed by greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related disasters. Despite its relatively low contribution to global emissions, the nation experiences a wide range of climate change impacts due to its diverse geography. In 2022 alone, Pakistan faced a series of…
