From Waste to Impact: Founders Speak on Sustainability in Pakistan at CPI hosted Focused Group Discussion
On June 19, 2025, the Circular Plastic Institute (CPI) hosted a focused group discussion at KSBL, bringing together early-stage sustainability startups and ecosystem enablers for an open, honest exchange on what it takes to build and scale green ventures in Pakistan. We heard from founders working on everything from waste-to-fertilizer innovation and bioenergy to eco-conscious […]
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The Circular Plastics Institute (CPI) at KSBL recently convened a focused group discussion on “Mapping Pakistan’s Textile Value Chain and Cotton Dynamics” to explore the links between cotton farming, textile manufacturing, and the growing second-hand clothing market.
In 2024, Pakistan became the world’s largest importer of used clothing, bringing in nearly one million metric tonnes. With global trade rules shifting toward carbon accountability and product traceability, this discussion came at a crucial time. The session brought together experts from industry, agriculture, and policymaking to explore: How cotton farmers are struggling with outdated […]
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Mapping of Open Burning of MSW in Pakistan & Identification of Underlying Factors & Key Drivers Workshop
The Circular Plastics Institute (CPI) at KSBL recently hosted a transformative workshop to share the findings of our project, Mapping of Open Burning of MSW in Pakistan & Identification of Underlying Factors & Key Drivers. Funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Engineering X program and conducted in partnership with Engro Foundation, NED University, Indus […]
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