JS & Co. Ltd. (JSCL) has received the Annual Environmental Excellence Award 2009 by the National Forum for Environment & Health (NFEH).
The decision-making panel and the Governing Body of the NFEH, were impressed by JS Group’s vision and its contributions in the field of environment and implementation of environmental friendly policies. JSCL is one of several leading Pakistani companies to receive this excellence award.
Ms Farah Qureshi – Company Secretary and Executive Vice President, JSCL, received the award from the Chief Guest, Mr Hameedullah Jan Afridi – Federal Minister for Environment, during a ceremony held recently at a local hotel which was attended by environmentalists, experts, prominent personalities belonging to the corporate & NGO sector, as well as media representatives. Mr Naeem Qureshi – President, NFEH and Dr Qaiser Waheed – Chairman, NFEH were also present at this occasion.
The Guest of Honour, Mr Askari Taqvi, Provincial Minister for Environment, pointed out recent initiatives taken by the Sindh Environmental Protection Agency for effective implementation of National Environmental Quality Standards. Mr Hameedullah Jan Afridi – Federal Minister for Environment, encouraged the private sector to support government efforts in addressing environmental issues, particularly water pollution, the leading cause of child mortality in Pakistan.
This award is a testimony to JS Group’s strong commitment and contribution towards the environment as well as sustainable development.
