Meanwhile, the construction and real estate sectors, although major contributors to GDP and employment, are among the largest consumers of natural resources and energy, and major sources of carbon emissions. Sustainable housing offers a transformative opportunity to address these challenges holistically. It not only contributes to climate change mitigation and adaptation but also enhances energy security, promotes green jobs, and drives inclusive economic growth. With the global focus shifting towards low-carbon and climate-resilient development, Pakistan must mainstream sustainability principles into its housing and urban planning frameworks.

In this backdrop, the Pakistan Sustainability Summit 2025 aims to serve as a high-level national platform for knowledge exchange, dialogue, and collaboration among policymakers, builders, architects, engineers, academia, investors, and development organizations. The summit will explore how sustainable housing can strengthen economic resilience, reduce environmental impacts, and improve quality of life through climate-smart living.