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(By Zafar Chishti, Bureau Chief Punjab Pakistan)
Rubina Kausar calls for zero waste environment through sustainable policies and circular economy
ISLAMABAD: Rubina Kausar emphasized the need to strive for a zero waste environment while addressing the significance of sustainable development on the International Day of Zero Waste.
Speaking on the occasion, she stated that achieving a zero waste environment is not only an environmental goal but also an ethical responsibility linked with human rights and public health safety.
She highlighted that environmental degradation and poor sanitation systems hinder progress toward a zero waste environment, disproportionately affecting marginalized groups, especially women and children.
“Building a zero waste environment goes beyond recycling and requires a complete transformation of production and consumption patterns,” she remarked, stressing the need for long-term sustainable practices.
Rubina Kausar further explained that adopting a zero waste environment approach would help reduce ecological footprints and protect the rights of future generations to live in a clean and dignified environment.
She also advocated incorporating Circular Economy principles to strengthen efforts toward a zero waste environment and ensure sustainable national development.
Calling for collective action, she urged collaboration among government institutions, civil society, and private sectors to promote a zero waste environment and implement innovative waste management strategies.
In conclusion, she emphasized that achieving a zero waste environment is essential for building a resilient and greener Pakistan, ensuring long-term environmental sustainability.
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