Recent severe flooding in Pakistan has caused widespread destruction and significant hardship in numerous regions. The floods have led to fatalities, the displacement of large populations, and the destruction of residential structures, agricultural land, and livestock. This disaster has produced profound effects on affected communities and the national economy. The floods have resulted in significant […]
Climate Change Negligence Etch a Genetic Scar on Pakistan
From Sky to Scourge: How Climate Change and Negligence Etch a Genetic Scar on Pakistan It wasn’t just rain when the skies opened over Pakistan in the summer of 2022—it was a biblical-sized flood. “Monsoon on steroids” is how UN Secretary-General António Guterres famously described the country’s current situation. The figures are still startling: 1,739 […]
The Houbara Bustard: A Migratory Guest at Risk
The houbara bustard migrated from Central Asia to Pakistan’s plains and deserts every winter. Unfortunately, the population of this magnificent bird is under serious pressure. This article explores the importance of this species, causes of population decline, and conservation efforts. Ecological and Cultural Value: Not only is the houbara bustard essential for biodiversity, but it […]
Regulatory Policies On Microplastic In Baby Products
How effective are current regulatory policies in limiting microplastic content in baby products, and what new frameworks could be introduced to minimize environmental impacts? Microplastics are small plastic particles with sizes generally less than 5 mm [1]. These can form as a result of the degradation of larger plastic objects, such as plastic bags, bottles, […]
What To Do About Floods and GLOFs in Pakistan
Heavy rainfall leading to floods as well as Cloudbursts and GLOFs, have killed around a 1000 and injured around 965 people, have damaged infrastructure and livestock in various parts of Pakistan including Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan. Rapidly intensifying weather events like cloudbursts, floods, and Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) […]
Cloudburst in Swat and Buner: A Climate Change Warning
On 15 August 2025, the people of Swat and Buner in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa witnessed heartbreaking disaster. A sudden cloudburst struck the region, bringing extremely heavy rain within a very short time. In just a few hours, rivers and streams overflowed, and flash floods swept through villages. Many people lost their lives, others are still missing, […]
Environmental Politics and Climate Policy Critique
The Earth is no longer whispering warnings. It is screaming. In 2025, global carbon dioxide emissions have soared to a record-breaking 37.1 billion tons, defying every climate accord and summit declaration. What was once predicted is now reality, and worse. The ice melts faster, the oceans warm deeper, and the winds howl stronger. Somewhere between […]
Plastics: A Solution Or Pollution For Environment
The idea of plastic being a solution feels deeply imperfect, right? But this thought was an absolute reality because at its core, plastic was a literal solution. It was made as a remedy. During the mid-18th century many natural based polymers were used i.e. wood, metals, natural fibers, and elephant ivory is an indispensable source […]
World Environment Day: Tackling Pakistan’s Environmental and Economic Challenges in the Face of Climate Change
Every year on June 5th, the world celebrates World Environment Day, demonstrates an important need for environmental protection and environmentally friendly approaches. It was founded by the United Nations General Assembly in 1972 to raise awareness of and advocate action on environmental issues. The first World Environment Day was held in 1973 with the theme […]
Forest Fire in Malakand 2025: An Appeal for Climate Action
Burning Sheen Malakand in Flames: A Young Social Worker’s Appeal for Climate Action The Fires That Devoured Everything The mountains of Malakand, which were once green with the sounds of birds and rustling leaves, especially from May to August, are now ash-filled cemeteries. The past three summers have been absolutely devastating. Once uncommon, wildfires have become an annual calamity. […]