Strategies to promote national sustainable uplift discussed

LAHORE:The thought-provoking discussions on water conservation, renewable energy adoption, and strategies to promote Pakistan’s sustainable development were held at a forum ‘Fast Forward Sustainable Development’ at the University of Management and Technology (UMT) here on Thursday.

The event provided a collaborative platform to discuss the critical nexus of water and energy, bringing together renowned experts from NGOs, government, academia, and industry to tackle Pakistan's pressing environmental challenges, a press release issued here said.

The forum featured key topics included resource conservation, water efficiency, and transitioning towards sustainable energy solutions. UMT President Ibrahim Hasan Murad highlighted academia's pivotal role in fostering sustainability. Kamal Amjad Mian, CEO of Fast Cables delivered the keynote address, emphasising the company’s unwavering commitment to sustainable innovation and renewable energy solutions.

Director at LUMS Energy Institute Dr Naveed Arshad explored energy innovations and sustainable solutions, Dr Imran Azam, Manager of Water Stewardship at WWF, specializes in climate change and water management.

Dr Fazilda Nabeel, an expert in climate and water governance, presented actionable strategies to ensure water and energy security. An MoU was also signed at the event to launch the Fast Excellence Award and Fast Sustainability Award, aimed at recognising and rewarding impactful initiatives that contribute to sustainability across industries. The forum concluded with an interactive question-answer session.