Pakistan Sustainability Week 2023

The Pakistan Sustainability Week 2023, held at the Expo Centre Karachi from September 7th to 9th 2023, stands as a resounding success, serving as a dynamic platform that united academics, industry professionals, students, and passionate environmental enthusiasts to confront and deliberate upon the most pressing sustainability issues of our time. The distinguished guest of honor, Director Q.A NUST-PNEC Dr Syed Sajjad Haider Zaidi, graced the event’s inauguration, bestowing upon it a sense of prestige and significance. The event was enriched by insightful panel discussions led by luminaries such as Dr. Arshad Aziz and Dr. Tahir Abdul Hussain Ratlamwala from NUST-PNEC, offering valuable perspectives on sustainable practices. Students, true to their commitment to environmental stewardship, showcased a myriad of innovative projects aimed at addressing pressing environmental challenges. Furthermore, the event served as a fertile ground for fostering research collaborations, led by Dr. Imtiaz Hussain, the focal person, and guided by the vision of Dr. Bilal M. Khan, Director of Research. Mr. Naeem Raza, Industry Liaison Officer at NUST-PNEC, played a pivotal role in facilitating industry-academia partnerships, reinforcing the importance of collaborative efforts in advancing sustainability. The presence of leading solar panel manufacturers and distributors underscored the paramount role of renewable energy in the sustainability landscape, offering attendees an invaluable glimpse into cutting-edge solar technology. A significant highlight of the event was the remarkable achievement of the NUST PNEC Team Envision, clinching the first position in the Projects Competition at Pakistan Sustainability Week (PSW) 2023 at the Karachi Expo Centre. This triumph serves as a testament to our unwavering dedication to sustainability and innovation, showcasing our commitment to spearheading solutions for the most pressing environmental challenges.