Islamabad, October 28, 2025 — The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination (MoCC&EC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote Green ICT initiatives and foster a climate-resilient digital infrastructure across Pakistan.
The collaboration marks a major step toward environmentally responsible digitization, aiming to tackle e-waste management, energy efficiency, and eco-friendly innovation in the telecom and ICT sectors.
Under the MoU, both entities will work jointly on policy frameworks, knowledge sharing, and capacity-building programs to reduce the environmental footprint of Pakistan’s growing digital ecosystem. The focus will include the deployment of energy-efficient telecom networks, sustainable ICT infrastructure, and awareness campaigns that encourage responsible digital practices.
PTA Chairman Major General (R) Hafeez Ur Rehman, HI (M), SI, described the agreement as a milestone in embedding environmental responsibility into Pakistan’s digital transformation journey. He emphasized that the initiative aligns with the Digital Pakistan Vision, Vision 2025, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The PTA further noted that by reinforcing Pakistan’s commitment to the ITU G5 Regulatory Framework, the partnership will help build a sustainable, inclusive, and environmentally conscious digital future.
