Industrial sector led best practices for climate change mitigation in Punjab, Pakistan

Abstract

Throughout the mid-20th century, government and industry have contributed to transforming the way industry interacts with the environment. Climate change has emerged as one of the biggest challenges in the world. There is a call to mitigate climate change risks by limiting carbon emissions and adopting environmentally friendly practices. This study identifies role model corporations that integrate environmental protection measures into their operations. It also explores the specific strategies /practices adopted by such corporations. It investigates sensitizing other businesses in Pakistan by sharing the information collected through the best practices of corporations. The study concludes by providing suggestions for refining strategies and policies based on the research results. A critical in-depth review of international studies was conducted. The review of international practices of cement, textile, chemical, leather, and paper and pulp industry helped in designing localized questionnaires for Pakistani industries. A case study approach was used, and industries from the oil, chemical, and clothes sector were chosen. These industries were interviewed based on selected indicators. Based on the analysis, the study proposed guidelines and recommendations for Pakistani industries to adopt environmentally friendly and climate change mitigation measures for sustainable development and cleaner production.