ISLAMABAD, Apr 21 (APP): Development Communications Network (Devcom-Pakistan) will confer the Pakistan Environmental Award upon the best green initiatives to mark the World Environment Day (WED) on June 4 and to celebrate and recognize the commendable efforts of organizations towards environmental stewardship through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and environmental compliance and conser
vation.
Speaking to this scribe about the new initiative on Sunday, Devcom-Pakistan Executive Director Munir Ahmed said a number of corporate organizations and projects have delivered exemplary outputs but lack due appreciation and recognition. The Pakistan Environmental Award will also encourage every organization in the corporate sector to adopt the green technologies, environmental compliance, and engage the communities in environmental conser
vation and protection. The event will include the presentations of best pr
actices and a conference to explore the way forward for a climate resilient Pakistan.
Munir Ahmed said, in an era where the preser
vation of our planet is more crucial than ever, the corporate sector in collaboration with the government and the citizens can take numerous CSR initiatives besides playing a pivotal role in promoting sustainable pr
actices. The industry shall take measures in mitigating the adverse impacts of business operations on the environment. CSR embodies the responsibility of organizations to operate in a manner that not only benefits
their bottom line but also contributes positively to society and the environment. Pakistan’s corporate sector organizations have numerous CSR initiatives that have contributed towards conser
vation and protection of Environment but remain low-profiled.
Devcom-Pakistan aims to spotlight those companies that have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability, paving the way for a greener and more sustainable future by recognizing
their efforts with an exclusively designed award and providing them an opportunity to narrate
their CSR for Environment success stories to the relevant stakeholders and media.
Munir Ahmed said the Pakistan Environmental Award will be given in 12 categories including the Sustainability Leadership Award to recognize the companies or individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in implementing sustainable pr
actices across
their operations. The Carbon Footprint Reduction Award will honour the organizations that have significantly reduced
their carbon emissions through innovative strategies and initiatives. The Renewable Energy Excellence Award will acknowledge companies or projects that have made remarkable contributions to the adoption and promotion of renewable energy sources.
The Water Conser
vation Achievement Award shall be celebrating initiatives that have led to significant reductions in water usage, conser
vation of water resources, or innovative water management pr
actices. The Biodiversity Conser
vation Award has to recognize the efforts to preserve and protect biodiversity through habitat restoration, conser
vation projects, and sustainable land management pr
actices. The Waste Reduction and Recycling Award w
ill highlight the organizations that have implemented effective waste reduction, recycl
ing, and waste-to-resource initiatives, leading to minimize waste generation and increased recycling rates.
He said the other six awards including the Green Product Inno
vation Award will be honouring companies that have developed innovative and sustainable products or technologies that contribute to environmental protection and resource conser
vation. The Environmental Education and Awareness Award will be given to the initiatives that have successfully raised awareness about environmental issues, promoted eco-conscious behaviors, and empowered communities to act in
their vicinity. The Climate Adaptation and Resilience Award will be acknowledging efforts to build resilience to climate change impacts through adaptation strategies, resilience-building projects, and community engagement. The Supply Chain Sustainability Award will celebrate companies that have implemented sustainable pr
actices throughout
their supply chains, promoting transparency, ethical sourc
ing, and fair labor pr
actices.
The Community Engagement for Environmental Impact Award will recognize organizations that have engaged with local communities to address environmental challenges, promote sustainable development, and foster environmental stewardship. The Corporate Ecosystem Responsibility Award will spotlight the companies that have demonstrated a holistic approach to environmental responsibility by considering the broader impacts of
their operations on ecosystems and biodiversity.
