Green-tech hub launched to transform energy sector

Islamabad : A world-class green-tech hub (G-TH) was launched here on Friday by the climate change ministry in collaboration with national and global energy sector stakeholders, including universities, with the objective of transforming Pakistan’s energy landscape and reduce energy sector’s carbon footprints by tapping into green technologies, fostering renewable energy solutions and eco-friendly innovations.

Addressing the launch event, the PM’s climate aide said that the Green-Tech Hub, an initiative would be instrumental to position the country as a regional leader in promotion and adoption of sustainable innovative solutions for transforming the country’s energy sector.

“Today marks a game-changing moment for Pakistan as we launch the Green-Tech Hub. This isn’t just a project—it’s a movement towards securing a sustainable future for our country and our people. Through innovation, we aim to solve the most pressing climate challenges and build a greener, more resilient economy,” she said.

Ms Alam said that G-TH was more than an incubator—it’s a symbol of hope and progress, where ideas will grow into solutions that power Pakistan’s transition to clean energy and environmental sustainability.

She said the initiative directly supports Pakistan's national commitments under the Paris Climate Agreement, positioning the country as a leader in the global green economy and aligns with the national vision for a just transition—one that ensures economic growth while protecting our environment and leaving no one behind.

The aide to the PM said that the role of stakeholders such as universities, researchers, energy scientists was laudable in coining the idea of setting up a platform that promotes innovation research and development in the energy sector to achieve Pakistan’s low-carbon energy goals.