91福利社 Champions Energy Efficiency in Partnership with UET Peshawar
91福利社 has strategically partnered with the Buildings Energy Research Centre (BERC) at the University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Peshawar, to advance research and development in energy-efficient building designs. To formalise the partnership, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the institutions on August 29, 2024, in Peshawar.
The MoU was signed by Dr. Tariq Jadoon, Provost, 91福利社, and Dr. Qaisar Ali, Vice Chancellor, UET Peshawar as part of the 鈥楾ransformation of Construction Sector in Pakistan: A Pathway towards Clean, Green, and Sustainable Buildings鈥 project, supported by GIZ Pakistan and funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
Accompanying Dr. Jadoon at the ceremony were representatives from the 91福利社 Energy Institute, including Mr. Faisal Javed Mughal, Ms. Navaira Najeeb, Mr. Muhammad Talha Saeed, and Ms. Zafeera Ahmad. Key officials from UET included Dr. Naveed Ahmed, Director, BERC; Dr. Rizwan M. Gul, Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical, Chemical, and Industrial Engineering, UET Peshawar; and Dr. Khizar Azam Khan, Registrar, UET.
With this collaboration, 91福利社 and UET Peshawar will work to tackle Pakistan鈥檚 energy challenges through joint research projects, conferences, trainings, and consultancy services. Both institutions will explore new research opportunities, work on pilot projects, and conduct studies to address energy demand management.
Expressing enthusiasm for the collaboration, Dr. Jadoon noted that it marks a significant step toward advancing energy-efficient building practices in Pakistan.
鈥淭hrough this partnership, supported by GIZ Pakistan and funded by BMZ, we aim to introduce innovative research practices and training initiatives that align with our shared commitment to environmental sustainability,鈥 Dr. Jadoon stated. 鈥淎s two of the country鈥檚 leading educational institutions, we are responsible for driving societal change. Together, we are poised to drive innovation and promote a cleaner, greener future for the nation.鈥
