Pakistan launches $37 million climate resilience program amid rising glacier melt threats

Government declares 2025 the "Year of Glaciers" and initiates early warning systems, crop advisories, and water-saving measures

Pakistan launches first Green Sukuk worth Rs30 billion to fund new energy projects 

Finance minister says new issuance reflects investor confidence, funds green energy projects
Climate

Richest 10% of the world responsible for two-thirds of global warming since 1990, study finds

Research reveals wealthier individuals' consumption and investments significantly increase the risks of climate events, such as heatwaves and droughts.

Aurangzeb urges swift disbursements from Loss & Damage Fund to support vulnerable nations

Finance minister terms climate change as existential threat for Pakistan

Pakistan and UNDP unveil $1 billion in climate-focused projects to attract investment

Finance Minister Aurangzeb discusses bankable projects and FfD4 participation with UNDP

Pakistan’s first packaging alliance pushes for budget reforms to fight waste crisis.

Group calls for tax breaks, SBP loans, and recycling support to turn plastic waste into fuel and build a cleaner, greener economy

Climate-related disasters cause over $4.3 trillion in losses and 2 million deaths since 1970: WMO report

WMO calls for greater international cooperation to tackle climate change and increase early warning systems

Pakistan requires $348 billion to tackle escalating climate crisis by 2030

Climate financing shortfall poses grave threat to nation's economic stability and long-term sustainability, says Dr. Shamshad Akhtar

Pakistan submits Green Initiative Report to IMF as part of economic review

Finance and Planning ministries present climate projects in IMF talks for $1 billion tranche under bailout programme

With interest dwindling, does Pakistan have a climate funding plan?

Foreign funding for climate finance is drying up, what is Pakistan’s strategy to tackle climate related risks?

IMF urges Pakistan to prioritise climate adaptation for disaster resilience

Mission recommends stricter building regulations, flood prevention measures, and climate-focused investments

Pakistan, IMF begin talks on $1 billion climate resilience financing

Discussions to assess structural reforms, public investment plans, and economic resilience strategies

IMF team to visit Pakistan next week for $1bn climate fund review

Delegation will visit from February 24 to 28 for a "review and discussion" of climate resilience funding, says advisor to finance minister

NA panel approves Climate Accountability Bill 2024, proposes fines for polluters

Bill calls for corporate responsibility, climate fund to tackle emissions

Pakistan’s first National Carbon Market Policy lacks sectoral focus, experts warn

Industry leaders call for enhanced incentives, public-private partnerships, and a flexible Carbon Adjustment Factor to boost investment and SME participation