The Living Indus Initiative: Restoring Pakistan’s Ecosystems for Sustainability (SDG 14 & 15)
The Living Indus Initiative: Restoring Land and Water Ecosystems for Sustainability (SDG 14 & 15) The Living Indus Initiative represents a significant commitment by Pakistan to restore and rejuvenate the ecosystems of the Indus River Basin, which is critical for the country’s environmental health and economic stability. Launched in 2021 under the auspices of the Ministry of Climate Change and in collaboration with the United Nations, this initiative aims to address the pressing challenges of climate change and human-induced degradation. Specifically, it seeks to rehabilitate over 30% of the Indus River Basin by 2030, focusing on enhancing biodiversity, climate resilience, and community involvement through nature-based solutions. The initiative has been recognized as one of the seven UN World Restoration Flagships, highlighting its importance in global efforts to restore ecosystems. The framework of the Living Indus Initiative includes 25 targeted interventions de...