{"id":538834,"date":"2026-03-29T11:17:43","date_gmt":"2026-03-29T06:17:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=538834"},"modified":"2026-03-29T11:17:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T06:17:43","slug":"environmental-experts-call-for-sustained-awareness-beyond-earth-hour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/environmental-experts-call-for-sustained-awareness-beyond-earth-hour\/","title":{"rendered":"Environmental experts call for sustained awareness beyond earth hour"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> ISLAMABAD<br \/>\nEnvironmental experts and Dr. Kashif Majeed Salik on Saturday emphasized that Earth Hour\u2019s one-hour lights-off is only symbolic, urging greater public awareness and coordinated community and policy action to tackle environmental challenges in waste management, energy, transportation and overall sustainability.<br \/>\nEnvironmental experts while speaking to a local news channel explained the significance of Earth Day, emphasizing that it is a moment to reflect on the impact of human activity on the planet and to inspire individuals and communities to take action toward sustainability.<br \/>\nShe noted that small actions, when multiplied across communities can create meaningful environmental change.<br \/>\nEnvironmental experts stressed that awareness should not be limited to just one day but maintained throughout the year, adding, the importance of educating communities about waste management, sustainable energy and environmentally friendly transportation, ensuring that environmental responsibility becomes a consistent part of daily life.<br \/>\nShe suggested practical steps for increasing engagement, including community clean-up drives, educational campaigns, promoting renewable energy usage and encouraging local governments to implement policies supporting sustainability.<br \/>\nEnvironmental experts emphasized that coordinated efforts between individuals, communities, and policymakers are essential to achieve long-term environmental protection.<br \/>\nDr. Kashif Majeed Salik added that proper waste management and the development of dedicated transportation cycle lanes are critical steps toward reducing pollution and carbon emissions.<br \/>\nHe stressed that integrating such measures into urban planning can promote greener, healthier and more sustainable cities.<br \/>\nEnvironmental experts emphasized that awareness must go beyond a single day, encouraging year-round community engagement through clean-up drives, educational campaigns, and renewable energy initiatives.<br \/>\nBoth experts stressed that coordinated efforts between individuals, communities and policymakers are essential to achieve lasting environmental protection and sustainability.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD Environmental experts and Dr. Kashif Majeed Salik on Saturday emphasized that Earth Hour\u2019s one-hour lights-off is only symbolic, urging greater public awareness and coordinated community and policy action to tackle environmental challenges in waste management, energy, transportation and overall sustainability. 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