Business

NUST takes a green leap with 3.5 MW solar PV project

Published by
Abdul khalique

ISLAMABAD: The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) signed a contract with Foundation Solar Energy (Pvt) Ltd (FSEL) for the installation and commissioning of a 3.5 MW Solar PV System at the NUST H-12 Campus, Islamabad. The contract was signed by Dr. Adeel Waqas, Principal US-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Energy (USPCASE), NUST, and , Brig. (R) Imran Masood Kashfi, Company Secretary FSEL.

Awarded through a transparent and competitive bidding process, the project marks a significant milestone in NUST’s commitment to sustainability and its transition towards cleaner and more reliable energy sources. Besides reducing dependence on conventional energy sources, the project will contribute towards lowering the university’s carbon footprint and promoting environmentally responsible campus operations.

The project also reflects NUST’s commitment to leveraging its own institutional expertise, with USPCAS-E, NUST playing a leading role in planning and steering this strategic initiative.

Speaking at the occasion, Rector, Dr. Muhammad Zahid Latif highlighted the importance of integrating sustainability into institutional planning and development. He remarked that the project reflects NUST’s commitment to adopting practical solutions that address contemporary energy challenges, and “it is just a matter of time that we would be fully solarised.”

He further emphasised that universities have a responsibility to not only generate knowledge but also lead by example in advancing sustainable practices and responsible resource utilisation.

He further said, “As with other SDGs, we are working on other facets of sustainability, and NUST, Allah willing, shall play a leading role not only in Pakistan but also internationally.”

By investing in renewable and clean energy infrastructure, NUST continues to demonstrate its commitment to responsible environmental stewardship, innovation-driven development and the adoption of solutions that contribute to Pakistan’s evolving energy landscape. The contract signing ceremony was attended by senior leadership from NUST and FSEL.

Abdul khalique

Recent Posts

National Assembly approves Budget 2026-27

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly has approved the budget for the fiscal year 2026-27, according to…

34 seconds ago

Renowned singer Tariq Tafo dies at 58

LAHORE: Renowned tabla player Ustad Tafo's son and renowned singer Tariq Tafo has died at…

31 minutes ago

Balochistan govt announces Ashura holidays

QUETTA: The government of Balochistan has declared a two-day public holiday across the province for…

36 minutes ago

AJK High Court orders ECP to register PTI

MUZAFFARABAD: The High Court of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) on Tuesday ruled in favor…

41 minutes ago

Bushra Bibi gets major relief from court

ISLAMABAD: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) Rawalpindi has given a major relief to former First Lady…

44 minutes ago

Islamabad, Rawalpindi traffic plan announced for today

ISLAMABAD: Islamabad police have imposed smart traffic restrictions, with some major arteries to be shut…

2 hours ago