Monthly Session of Youth Climate Education & Fellowship Program 2024 Exploring Carbon Markets Governance and Landscape in Pakistan Role of Youth in Ensuring Transparency and Integrity in Climate Market Projects
Date: Monday, February 24, 2025
Venue: Shaikh Ayaz University Shikarpur 

TI Pakistan’s Youth Climate Education & Fellowship Program 2024 hosted an insightful session on “Exploring Carbon Markets Governance and Landscape in Pakistan,” focusing on the role of youth in ensuring transparency and integrity in climate markets. Moderated by Dr. Muhammad Ali Brohi from Shaikh Ayaz University, the session brought together young leaders to discuss transparency and innovation in carbon markets.

The session opened with remarks from Mr. Kashif Ali, Executive Director of Transparency International Pakistan, who outlined the session’s objectives. He highlighted Pakistan’s carbon market potential and emphasized the importance of youth in promoting ethical governance.

Following this, Ms. Fariha Fatima, Assistant Project Coordinator at TI Pakistan, shared a success story from the University of Peshawar, showcasing innovative student-led initiatives proposed by young leaders.

The key presentation was delivered by Ms. Raima Mehmood, Policy & Research Coordinator at TI Pakistan, who provided a concise overview of Pakistan’s carbon markets. She explained their function within the global framework of the Paris Agreement, discussed Pakistan’s approach and challenges, and highlighted risks such as greenwashing, corruption, and fake carbon credits. She also emphasized the role of youth-driven innovation in carbon trading.

The session concluded with closing remarks from Ms. Raima Mehmood, who encouraged youth-led action in climate governance and urged participants to stay engaged in strengthening integrity in Pakistan’s carbon markets.