FAISALABAD, Feb 23 (APP):University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) and Pak Suzuki have inked a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate in Biochar and related technology, research & development and commercialization.
UAF spokesman said here on Monday that the MoU was duly inked by UAF Vice Chancellor and MD/CEO Pak Suzuki Hiroshi Kawamura.
He said that in line with its plan to reduce Carbon footprint for cleaner environment in Pakistan through waste to energy sustainable technologies, Pak Suzuki Motor Company and University of Agriculture Faisalabad are entering a new phase of joint collaboration.
Deans Dr. Ghulam Murtaza, Dr. Qamar Bilal, Dr. Rao Zahid Abbas, Dr. Imran Pasha, Dr. Waqas Wakil, Dr. Shazia Ramzan, Directors Dr. Tahseen Azhar, Dr. Sultan Habibullah, Dr. Muhammad Naveed, Dr. Khurram Zia and others attended.
UAF Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Zulfiqar Ali said, “Through Biochar Technology, we aim to convert agricultural waste into value-added products that enhance soil fertility, improve water retention, increase nutrient efficiency, and contribute to long-term carbon sequestration.” This initiative supports climate-smart agriculture while simultaneously reducing environmental pollution and carbon footprint, he added.
He said, “We are already working together in the areas of biogas/biofuel and biofertilizer plant consultancy, and the inclusion of bio-char technology further strengthens our shared vision of a circular bio-economy.” The commercialization of biochar-based biofertilizers will contribute to improving agricultural productivity and supporting farmers across the country, he added.
Hiroshi Kawamura thanked UAF team and mentioned that Pak Suzuki views this project as a socially responsible corporate entity in line with its vision to be a trusted mobility partner for an inclusive future. “It wants to promote technologies that bring socioeconomic improvement in the lives of people including farmers, students and consumers as we believe in sustainable future for all,” he added.