Climate Smart Landscape.

FAISALABAD April 7: Climate-Smart landscape is no longer an option but a necessity for country urban and rural development, said the experts while addressing a conference titled "Climate Smart Landscape: Redefining Beauty Through Resilience" organized by the Institute of Horticultural Sciences (IHS) at the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF). Dean Faculty of Agriculture Prof Dr Ghulam Murtaza emphasized that modern landscaping must transcend visual appeal to incorporate environmental endurance. He said that climate-smart approaches integrate ecological balance, water conservation, and biodiversity to create landscapes that are both aesthetically pleasing and environmentally resilient. Director Horticulture Prof Dr Ahmad Sattar Khan underscored the university’s commitment to pioneering climate-resilient agricultural practices. He called for promoting the climate smart landscape to ward off the effect of changing environment. He said that ising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and soil degradation demand innovative solutions in landscape planning. Dr Muhammad Aslam Khan lauded the steps being taken by university for climate smart agriculture. He said that everyone must play their role in the plantation drive. He said that rough research, awareness, and community engagement, climate-smart landscapes can play a pivotal role in mitigating environmental challenges while redefining the concept of beauty in harmony with nature. Organizer Prof Dr Adnan Younis stressed that as climate volatility increases, traditional patterns must be replaced with smarter, resource-efficient alternatives. He said that “We must move beyond conventional beautification and adopt strategies that strengthen ecosystems, reduce environmental stress, and ensure long-term sustainability, From Fatima Fertilizer Ateeq ur Rahman shared a compelling success story regarding the implementation of resilient landscapes in industrial zones, proving that large-scale green initiatives can thrive despite regional climatic challenges. Founder of Spurt International Malik Mohsin Shahzad while providing a live demonstration of a Climate-Smart Aeroponic System, said the technology, designed for indoor gardening, offered a glimpse into the future of urban "smart" greenery, requiring minimal water and soil while maximizing growth efficiency. Dr Atif Riaz, Dr Ahsan Akram, Dr M Asif, Dr Aamir Nawaz Khan, Dr Umair Shafiq, Dr Muhmmad Azam, Dr Mehak, Dr Gulzar, Dr Aman Ullah, Dr Waseem Qadri, Syed Aleem Taqi, M Atif, M Muneeb, Samida Qamar, Bazla Manzoor, and M Bhezad Rafiq who discussed various facets of horticulture and climate adaptation.