The program was launched in Pakistan in August 1993 subsequent to a process of consultations and preparatory activities which were commenced in February 1993 between the government of Pakistan, NGOs and UNDP.
Funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) as a corporate programme, SGP is implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on behalf of the GEF partnership, and is executed by the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS ) SGP supports activities of non-governmental and community-based organizations in developing countries towards climate change abatement, conservation of biodiversity , protection of international waters , reduction of the impact of persistent organic pollutants and and prevention of land degradation while generating sustainable livelihoods.
GEF SGP Pakistan From its pilot phase to date has successfully implemented 203 projects covering all GEF focal areas. Some of the projects attracted international attention by receiving international awards including Ashden, Alcan Prize and UN Habitat Award.
At present, 101 countries participate in SGP having ratified the conventions on biological diversity and climate change.
Funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) as a corporate programme, SGP is implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on behalf of the GEF partnership, and is executed by the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS ) SGP supports activities of non-governmental and community-based organizations in developing countries towards climate change abatement, conservation of biodiversity , protection of international waters , reduction of the impact of persistent organic pollutants and and prevention of land degradation while generating sustainable livelihoods.
GEF SGP Pakistan From its pilot phase to date has successfully implemented 203 projects covering all GEF focal areas. Some of the projects attracted international attention by receiving international awards including Ashden, Alcan Prize and UN Habitat Award.
At present, 101 countries participate in SGP having ratified the conventions on biological diversity and climate change.
GEF SGP in Pakistan
Energy Efficient housing for poor project
Constructing 500 houses through locals on remote villages of Thatta, Badin and Karachi
Constructing 500 houses through locals on remote villages of Thatta, Badin and Karachi
A view of UNDP's "BENAZIR" Model House.
BENAZIR Model House is outcome of ten years research.
BENAZIR Model House is outcome of ten years research.
A view of 25 houses constructed at village Jaffer Jamari,
District Thatta
Alvaro Rodriguez, UNDP Country Director and Mr Zia-ul-Islam, Chairman PHC at the MOA signing ceremony. Former Minister Housing Muzaffar Shujra National Coordinator UNDP/GEF SGP and Aijaz Mahesar look on
| Key Features of UNDP’s Benazir Model House | |
Features |
Value |
Compressed Earth Blocks replaces backed bricks |
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Steel Pyramid Roof |
Stopping use of wood in the roof |
Earth quake and disaster resistant column and beam bearing construction |
Additional value addition which is normally not found in low-cost housing |
Arch foundation |
-seepage, dampness an salinity proof |
Interior temperature is up to 10⁰ C less than outer |
No or limited electricity required for cooling |
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