Conference calls for exploring alternative and renewable energy sources

MULTAN:  The Alternate Development Services (ADS) recently hosted a significant round table conference in Multan, focusing on “Current Energy Crises, Enhancing Renewable Potential, and Industrial Growth in Punjab.”

The event brought together a diverse gathering of experts, policymakers, industrialists, and academics to address pressing issues related to energy challenges and sustainable industrial development, with a specific emphasis on Punjab’s sports and textile industries.

The participants said that Pakistan, like many nations worldwide, is grappling with the undeniable consequences of global warming and climate change. The country has witnessed extreme weather events such as excessive rains, heatwaves, and glacial melting, necessitating urgent action.

They said that despite relatively limited industrial activities, Pakistan has disproportionately contributed to greenhouse gas emissions, particularly methane and carbon dioxide from fossil fuels, which has raised environmental concerns.

The conference sought to tackle these challenges by exploring alternative and renewable energy sources, along with climate-friendly technologies. The event emphasized the reduction of carbon footprints and the adoption of sustainable practices to propel industrial growth in Pakistan, with a special focus on the Sports and Textile Industries.

Industrialists expressed their concerns about the adverse impact of the current energy crisis on employment and export potential.

Acknowledgment of positive developments in business due to recent government initiatives aimed at mitigating the effects of rising electricity prices.

Experts discussed Pakistan’s potential for harnessing hydro and solar power in a more efficient energy mix.

Participants highlighted the detrimental effects of coal-based power generation on public health and climate change.

They called for limiting carbon emissions and maximizing the use of renewable energy resources.

The Round Table Conference served as a vital platform for fostering cross-sector collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and formulating actionable strategies. The outcomes of this conference are anticipated to play a significant role in addressing Pakistan’s energy crises while promoting sustainable growth within Punjab’s Sports and Textile Industries.