LAHORE, Nov 15 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has appreciated the establishment of the Punjab Climate Observatory in Lahore, describing it as Pakistan's first project of its kind equipped with an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered climate intelligence system. The chief minister said the facility would strengthen climate forecasting and serve as a dedicated hub for real-time monitoring of air quality, water, soil and weather conditions. She said the observatory would also …
Maryam Nawaz expresses appreciation for the Punjab ‘Climate Observatory’ project
LAHORE, Nov 15 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has appreciated the establishment of the Punjab Climate Observatory in Lahore, describing it as Pakistan’s first project of its kind equipped with an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered climate intelligence system.
The chief minister said the facility would strengthen climate forecasting and serve as a dedicated hub for real-time monitoring of air quality, water, soil and weather conditions.
She said the observatory would also provide young scientists with enhanced research and learning opportunities through environmental data facilities and specialised laboratories.
Highlighting the project’s broader scope, Maryam Nawaz said it would bring global scientific cooperation and international research partnerships under one roof.
She added that the state-of-the-art facility would feature early warning systems and flood forecasting capabilities to support climate preparedness, disaster recovery and water conservation initiatives.
The observatory would also contribute to evidence-based policymaking and promote public awareness about environmental protection and climate change, she said.
The chief minister said the establishment of the Climate Observatory would have far-reaching benefits at both provincial and national levels.
“Protecting our environment, our communities and future generations is our commitment. We will continue striving for a secure Punjab and a Pakistan resilient to climate change,” she said.
