The Environment Protection Department (EPD) Punjab held a public hearing of the Draft Punjab's State of Environment Report, 2022 at the Alhamra Arts Center. The session was chaired by Secretary EPD, Dr. Sajid Mahmood Chauhan, and attended by a diverse group of stakeholders, including representatives from UNICEF, WWF, government departments, private industries, and academic institutions.
During the session, Secretary EPD Dr. Sajid Mahmood Chauhan spoke about the significance of the State of Environment Report and its role in ensuring environmental protection. He highlighted the need for collective efforts to address environmental challenges and stressed the importance of effective policies and regulations to mitigate the impacts of environmental degradation. #environmentalprotection #policy
Additional Secretary EPD and convener of the SoE committee Ms Samia Saleem, DG Environmental Protection Agency Ms Nadia Saqib and Project Director of the Strategic Planning and Implementation Unit of EPD, Waqar Ud Din Butt also spoke on the occassion. Director, SPIU Punjab Green Development Program Dr Anber Raheel presented the findings of the report, which covered air quality, soil quality, water quality, liquid and solid waste, environmental complaints, and other environmental issues.
Director, SPIU Punjab Green Development Program Dr Anber Raheel presented the findings of the report, covering air quality, soil quality, water quality, liquid and solid waste, environmental complaints, and other environmental issues. The public hearing provided an opportunity for participants from different departments to give feedback and comments for incorporation in the final version of the report.
The event received overwhelming participation from various stakeholders, representing institutions such as WASAs, Chambers of Commerce, Industries Department, Punjab University, Media, Sustainable Development Study Center, Government College University, Urban Unit, Transport Department, Punjab Horticulture Authority, Solid Waste Management Companies, and others. Let's work together towards sustainable development in the region.
The Draft State of Environment Report, 2022 aims to provide an overview of the state of the environment in Punjab and identify key environmental challenges that need to be addressed. The report will serve as a valuable tool for policymakers, researchers, and environmental advocates to design effective strategies and policies to promote sustainable development in the region.
