The severe impacts of climate change are becoming more visible and alarming with each passing day. Wildfires in North America, heatwaves across Europe, and catastrophic floods in Asia are stark reminders of a warming planet. Climate change is a reality that is reshaping lives, economies, and ecosystems in real time.

Developing countries are the most vulnerable to the escalating impacts of climate change. For Pakistan, the stakes are even higher. The country is witnessing environmental challenges that threaten its ecosystems, economy, and social fabric. In a recent Country Climate and Development Report by the World Bank, it is estimated that climate-related events can reduce Pakistan’s GDP by 18–20% by 2050. These numbers frame a stark reality and set the stage for decisive action.

Over the past two decades, the country has experienced an alarming rise in extreme weather events. In 2022, heavy monsoon rains caused devastating floods, affecting over 33 million people, displacing 3 million, and resulting in over $30 billion in economic losses. Nearly two........

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