National Clean Air Policy (NCAP).

The document outlines Pakistan’s National Clean Air Policy, starting with an introduction to air pollution in the country and its health, economic, and environmental impacts. It discusses the policy rationale, expected outcomes, and alignment with existing policies and legislation, including key environmental and climate laws. The policy sets goals and objectives for improving air quality and prioritizing targets. It provides sector-specific recommendations across fuel standards, transport, urban planning, industry, agriculture, waste management, energy, and international cooperation. The policy also details implementation mechanisms, governance structures, stakeholder engagement, resource mobilization, and monitoring strategies to ensure effective execution and periodic updates.
The policy emphasizes sustainable agriculture, forestry, and land use by banning crop residue burning, promoting circular economy practices, and enhancing public-private partnerships to mitigate particulate emissions. It also aims to reduce livestock sector emissions and improve forest fire management. Waste management strategies include banning open burning, implementing integrated waste systems, and developing waste-to-energy projects. In the energy sector, the policy advocates for cleaner household fuels, improved cookstoves, and a de-carbonization framework. Strengthening clean air diplomacy involves regional coordination on transboundary pollution and joint research efforts. Additionally, the policy seeks to create an enabling environment through institutional coordination, improved communication, research initiatives, and targeted training programs to support effective air quality management in Pakistan.