Islamabad (TDI): Founder and CEO of Bondh E Shams (Solar Water Project), Hamza Farrukh, announced the launch of the Climate Research Wing (CRW) at the “Unite for Climate Action” event held at Islamabad Club on Sunday.
The evening brought together policymakers, changemakers, climate advocates and journalists to discuss urgent responses to the international water and climate crises.
In his keynote address, Hamza said that climate change is water change.
“For millions, the struggle against water scarcity and climate catastrophes is a battle for survival.”
He undrlined Bondh E Shams’ revolutionary OASIS Box™️, a solar-powered, portable water filtration system, which during the devastating floods in 2022, converted flood water into clean drinking water.
The CRW by Bondh E Shams, led by Hamza Farrukh, who is currently studying environmental science at Stanford University, will focus on coming up with new solutions to tackle climate change and water-related problems.
It will serve as a knowledge hub for policymakers and journalists, providing data-driven insights and practical solutions for water security and climate adaptation.
This initiative builds on Bondh E Shams’ history of using advanced technology to present real-world solutions for communities in need.
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President of the Environment Journalists Forum (EJF) Ali Jaber Malik, underlined the media’s important role in climate advocacy.
EJF, a national platform dedicated to environmental reporting, formalized its partnership with Bondh E Shams through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) inked between Asghar Hayat, General Secretary of EJF, and Dr. Ammad Farrukh, COO of Bondh E Shams.
Under the MoU, EJF committed to mobilizing media for climate-related campaigns.
In return, Bondh E Shams promised technical support for workshops, fellowships, and environment research initiatives.
The gathering also featured live demonstrations of the OASIS Box™️ Disaster Relief Unit, originally designed for humanitarian assistance in Gaza.
The participants also reflected on COP29 outcomes and conducted a panel discussion titled “Let’s Talk Solutions.”
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Panelists included, Dr. Farhat Asif, President, Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS), Dr. Hassan Hayat, Documentary Maker at PTV, and Hamza Farrukh, CEO, Bondh E Shams.
The panel explored actionable measures for media, civil society, and governments to combat climate challenges, focusing on the escalating water crisis in Pakistan.
Dr. Ammad Farrukh, COO of Bondh E Shams and Ali Javer Malik, President Environment Journalist Forum also addressed at the event.
Speakers called for policy innovation, greater collaboration, and investment in sustainable technologies.
Hamza closed with a compelling call to action for international funders, urging them to break barriers, invest in scalable solutions, and enable to deliver real change to the vulnerable communities.
Bondh E Shams
Bondh E Shams is a global water charity dedicated to providing clean water through advanced technology and sustainable solutions.
Its mission aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), especially SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).
