The Pakistan Academic Consortium, in partnership with the Directorate of Inspection and Registration of Private Institutions Sindh and the Aga Khan University Exam Board, successfully hosted the “Green Minds, Greener Schools” conference.
This landmark event brought together 20 esteemed educational institutions and over 400 students, who presented innovative ideas on climate change and sustainability.
The conference commenced with insightful speeches by Ms. Rafia Javed Mallah Additional Director of Directorate of Private Institutions Sindh and Chief Guest Mr. Zahid Ali Abasi, who highlighted the Sindh Government’s initiatives to address climate change, including incorporating environmental protection lessons into the curriculum.
Distinguished experts, including Dr. Farhan Essa Abdullah, Rinam Fatima, Sidra Qumar, and Ahmed Shabbar, participated in a panel discussion moderated by Lubna Panjwani.
Keynote speakers Miriam Kurgue Director of the Agha Khan Environment Department, and Dr. Ambreen Ahmad from TRC, delivered impactful speeches.
The second session was graced by Chief Guest Provincial Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah Shah, who made a significant announcement to support private schools with solar energy initiatives.
This generous commitment is a testament to the government’s dedication to promoting sustainability and reducing carbon footprint.
The conference concluded with student presentations, making it a classic event for awareness and learning. Congratulations to the organizers, participants, and esteemed guests, including Mr. Nasir Raza Zaidi and Mr. Fahad Nasim Siddiqui, for their invaluable contributions! Mr Nasir Zaidi and Mr Fahad Nasim were main key organisers who played pivotal role in making this conference a great success.
This conference served as a powerful platform for raising awareness, fostering collaboration, and inspiring collective action to combat climate change.
Three partners committed to serve education and promote sustainable energy and sustainability in education.