PU VC Inaugurates 100KW Solar System at CEES
LAHORE, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 21st Sep, 2026)
Punjab University Vice Chancellor Prof. DR Muhammad Ali inaugurated a 100 KW Solar PV System at the College of Earth & Environmental Sciences (CEES), marking a significant step towards a greener and more sustainable future.
The state-of-the-art solar system is projected to:
- Generate clean and renewable electricity
- Reduce reliance on grid power
- Achieve estimated annual savings of approximately Rs. 7 million in electricity costs
- Contribute to reduced carbon emissions
This initiative highlights the University’s commitment to sustainable development, energy efficiency, and environmental advancement. An inaugural ceremony was held at CEES on Monday, attended by:
- Pro Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mehmood Saleem
- DG Prof. Dr. Rehan Sadiq Shaikh
- Principal CEES Prof. Dr. Irfan Ahmad Shaikh
- Secretary Solar Committee Dr. Osama Majeed Butt
- President ASA Dr. Amjad Abbas Magsi
- Faculty members, officers, and other distinguished guests.
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ali congratulated the PU community on this achievement, emphasizing the growing need for initiatives promoting institutional self-sustainability and responsible resource management. He stressed that sustainability should encompass not only renewable energy but also water conservation, efficient resource utilization, and environmentally responsible practices.
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