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NUST takes a green leap with 3.5 MW solar PV project

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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.

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