Prof. Dr. Iqrar Ahmad Khan, Chairperson of the Punjab Higher Education Commission, inaugurated the new Biogas plant at Paroka Dairy Farm (PBI-UAF) in a ceremony that highlighted university-led solutions for sustainable energy. The event, hosted by the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali, brought together academic leadership and sector stakeholders to showcase practical applications of renewable technology on campus.
The project at Paroka Dairy Farm demonstrates how a Biogas plant can convert farm waste into usable energy, reinforcing UAF’s commitment to innovation and community service. The initiative was also attended by Vice-Chancellor PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi Prof. Dr. Qamar Zaman, underscoring regional collaboration in promoting cleaner, resilient agricultural practices across Punjab.
By integrating biogas technology into a working dairy farm, UAF aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and provide a local model for sustainable agricultural management. The Biogas plant is intended to support on-site energy needs and offer a replicable approach for other farms and institutions seeking to improve climate resilience and operational efficiency.
The inauguration reflects a growing emphasis within Pakistan’s higher education sector on applied research and tangible community benefits. Continued deployment of Biogas plant projects at university-affiliated farms can strengthen rural energy access, promote circular farming practices and bolster long-term environmental sustainability in the region.
