News stories for Dure Sameen Akhund

The climate finance boom and why Pakistan is missing out

The country’s credibility crisis, thanks to its and weak governance, has led to a trust deficit with the greater global climate finance community. Updated 28 Jul, 2025 11:56am

Finance: From compliance to responsibility

Since many businesses are familiar with CSR, transitioning to an RBC approach will require capacity building to clarify where their responsibilities lie. Published 24 Feb, 2025 07:18am

Schools and climate

Educational institutes must align with new climate realities. Published 03 Sep, 2024 09:04am

SOCIETY: LEVELLING THE PLAYING FIELD

Despite efforts to increase women’s participation in the workforce, Pakistan continues to fare poorly on gender parity in the work Published 16 Jun, 2024 07:56am

From risk to resilience

Seriously considering climate risk management and reporting policies could help Pakistani businesses reduce vulnerabilities. Updated 03 Jun, 2024 11:00am

Breaking down barriers

As each organisation is unique, the organisation should tailor the gender strategy to meet the specific needs and goals. Published 06 Mar, 2023 08:16am

Walking the talk for climate change

The success or failure of COP27 will largely depend on the commitments and aid that nations have promised. Updated 12 Dec, 2022 09:11am

Looking towards the private sector

Top businesses need to come together to develop more concrete long-term business plans to cope with climate shocks. Updated 04 Oct, 2022 10:40am

Resourceful use of water

Climate change continues to be one of the most important global issues confronting the international community. For Pakistan... Published 25 Apr, 2022 07:05am