Packages Group participated in the “6th International Water Conference”

Packages Group participated in the “6th International Water Conference” organized by the Hisaar Foundation at Marriott Hotel Karachi. Our Head of Tissue Manufacturing, Mr. Wasik Ali Syed represented Packages Group in a panel discussion of “Water and SDGs: A Global Stock Take”

The discussion revolved around pressing issues such as water conservation, sustainable water infrastructure development, and innovative water management practices. Given the ongoing water crisis in Pakistan and the imminent shift from being classified as water “stressed” to “scarce,” these conversations have never been more crucial.

For water and private sector engagement, a holistic approach that considers these SDGs is crucial. It involves promoting efficient water use within industries, implementing sustainable water infrastructure, fostering innovation for water conservation, and establishing partnerships to address water-related challenges.

Packages Group has been making tissues for 40 years and has been able to reduce water consumption by 70% since the last decade with a number of sizeable initiatives for reduction of freshwater consumption, a huge investment in a secondary Effluent Treatment Plant and reuse of water through various projects.