Pakistan Floods 2025: Need for Global and Local Action

"The flood disaster in Pakistan is far from over, even though media attention has waned. The people of Pakistan face an ongoing struggle for survival, recovery, and rebuilding. Urgent and sustained relief efforts are required, along with long-term strategies for mitigation and adaptation. At the same time, regional cooperation and international solidarity are essential in helping Pakistan confront the realities of climate change and prevent future disasters".

Pakistan Floods 2025 and Missing Climate Action

By: Dr Syeda Sultana Rizvi Lack of  Government’s focus on Mitigation, Adaptation and Resilience Aggravates Sufferings of People Floods in Pakistan have become increasingly recurrent and destructive, the causes may be multiple, the scale of devastation depends largely on how well the country prepares and responds. Pakistan’s flood risks stem from both natural factors, suchContinue reading "Pakistan Floods 2025 and Missing Climate Action"

Better Communications Needed for Transition to Decarbonization and Alternative Energy

By Dr. Syeda Sultana Rizvi : As the world grapples with the urgent need to transition away from carbon-intensive practices, and the adoption of alternative energy sources, compelled by the linkage between carbon emissions and the climate change, strategic communications can play a role of catalyst for change by shaping perceptions, fostering understanding, garnering support,Continue reading "Better Communications Needed for Transition to Decarbonization and Alternative Energy"

Energy Transition:Political, Economic, Financial and Social Challenges

By Dr. Syeda Sultana Rizvi The ever-increasing demand for energy is inevitable, given its central role in the development of all sectors and lifestyles in present times. At the same time, scientific studies indicate a strong relationship between the use of fossil fuels and climate change. The energy sector is the source of around three-quartersContinue reading "Energy Transition:Political, Economic, Financial and Social Challenges"

Energy Transition: Benefits Beyond Temperature Cap

By Dr. Syeda Sultana Rizvi The COP 28 witnessed the achievement of a fossil fuel phase-out agreement, committing the parties to attain net-zero emissions by 2050 through a just, orderly, and equitable transition from fossil fuels to clean and renewable sources in energy systems. This transition not only addresses the urgent need to mitigate climateContinue reading "Energy Transition: Benefits Beyond Temperature Cap"

GREATER AWARENESS ON HAZARDS OF EXPOSURE TO HARMFUL CHEMICALS NEEDED By Dr. Syeda Sultana Rizvi : The use of chemicals including the hazardous ones has increased over the years. Chemicals are used in countless products of every day use ranging from such basic things as food and clothing to toys of children, cleaning agents, andContinue reading