Environmental Responsibility

Gardens at the Ismaili Centres: Where faith meets nature
Gardens at the Ismaili Centres: Where faith meets nature
11 August 2024

Since the eighth century, Islamic gardens have served as spaces for quiet contemplation, nurturing body, mind, and spirit. Their timeless designs have inspired each of the Ismaili Centre gardens, and prompt us to consider the relationship between our faith and the natural environment.

When landfills are full, the excess ends up in our seas and oceans.
When landfills are full, the excess ends up in our seas and oceans.
What you need to know about water pollution
What you need to know about water pollution
7 August 2024

Water is essential to human, animal, and plant life. It is both part of us and part of the natural world around us. Yet, our once crystal-clear waters are becoming heavily polluted, making it more important than ever for us to know what’s happening, and do something about it.

Each bee species supports different aspects of our delicate ecosystem, making their collective contributions invaluable.
Each bee species supports different aspects of our delicate ecosystem, making their collective contributions invaluable.
Pollinators of life: How bees sustain our ecosystem
Pollinators of life: How bees sustain our ecosystem
4 June 2024

Bees, often overlooked, are essential to human food systems. But their relationship with the environment goes far beyond producing honey; they play a vital role in pollination, contributing to biodiversity and food security. It’s no exaggeration to say that protecting bees is crucial for safeguarding the future of humanity.

Saif serves as an Energy and Sustainability Project Manager at Touchstone IQ, where he plays a pivotal role in overseeing the Energize Denver benchmarking program.
Saif serves as an Energy and Sustainability Project Manager at Touchstone IQ, where he plays a pivotal role in overseeing the Energize Denver benchmarking program.
Harnessing energy and agency for a greener future
Harnessing energy and agency for a greener future
4 June 2024

Coming from a family with limited access to resources, Saif Rehman’s early life was marked by struggle. In the 1970s, his father decided to leave their ancestral home for Karachi, where he took a job in construction to provide for the family. Little did they know this decision would go on to shape Saif’s life and prospects in the years to follow.

A tiny idea with big potential
A tiny idea with big potential
21 April 2024

Across cities in parts of Africa, Asia, and Europe, a green revolution is sprouting—one that promises hope for the natural environment and local communities. This Earth Day, let’s take a look at microforests, and their potential to transform urban centres.

A year of environmental urgency and progress
A year of environmental urgency and progress
29 December 2023

The year 2023 was marked by an urgent need to make progress on environmental protection and climate action. In this recap, learn how the Aga Khan Development Network and members of the Jamat made progress in this field over the past 12 months.

Members of the Jamat were active participants at the UN Climate Conference this year. L to R: Qahir Dhanani; Alida Saleh; Al-Karim Govindji.
Members of the Jamat were active participants at the UN Climate Conference this year. L to R: Qahir Dhanani; Alida Saleh; Al-Karim Govindji.
Ismailis engage in climate action at COP28
Ismailis engage in climate action at COP28
22 December 2023

In the bustling city of Dubai, host city of this year's UN Climate Conference (COP28), a confluence of minds and ideas gathered to pave the way toward a more sustainable future. Among the diverse group of delegates, advocates, and stakeholders, members of the Jamat were active participants in helping to make progress in the field of climate action.

Prince Rahim in conversation with Her Excellency Reem Ebrahim Al Hashimy, the UAE Minister for International Cooperation, at the 28th UN Climate Conference held in Dubai.
Prince Rahim in conversation with Her Excellency Reem Ebrahim Al Hashimy, the UAE Minister for International Cooperation, at the 28th UN Climate Conference held in Dubai.
Prince Rahim and AKDN leaders attend COP28
Prince Rahim and AKDN leaders attend COP28
7 December 2023

Prince Rahim and leaders from the Aga Khan Development Network are attending the 28th UN Climate Conference (COP28) this week in Dubai. Their presence underscores the Ismaili Imamat’s commitment to protecting the environment and fostering sustainable solutions to the climate crisis.

Muslims believe that humans are stewards or trustees of the Earth, with a duty to care for and protect Allah’s creation.
Muslims believe that humans are stewards or trustees of the Earth, with a duty to care for and protect Allah’s creation.
At the intersection of faith and ecology
At the intersection of faith and ecology
28 November 2023

Ahead of this week’s UN climate change conference (COP28), there’s a growing urgency for more awareness — and more action. An often overlooked source of inspiration for sustainable living is found in the teachings of Islam, where a profound connection between faith and environmental stewardship has been emphasised for centuries.

For your next cup of chai, consider using an eco-friendly non-dairy milk.
For your next cup of chai, consider using an eco-friendly non-dairy milk.
How sustainable is your cup of chai?
How sustainable is your cup of chai?
27 September 2023

When you’re next at the grocery store, reaching for that package of milk, why not consider an alternate option that’s more eco-friendly? To help keep your consumption as sustainable as possible, we’ve done some digging to unearth the most sustainable milk alternatives, and reviewed their taste and suitability for your tea and coffee needs!

Salima Visram (right) and her younger sister, Samara (left) founded a fashion label to help fund their Soular Backpack project. It’s now a successful eco-conscious brand in its own right.
Salima Visram (right) and her younger sister, Samara (left) founded a fashion label to help fund their Soular Backpack project. It’s now a successful eco-conscious brand in its own right.
A story of fashion and compassion
A story of fashion and compassion
27 September 2023

Salima Visram grew up in Kenya — a land of striking beauty and vibrant colours. She always had selfless aspirations: her initial career goal was to work for the UN. But while at university in Canada, she learned about different ways to make a positive impact on the world, and her journey took an unexpected detour.

Eco-anxiety is a normal response to the escalating environmental crisis surrounding societies around the world.
Eco-anxiety is a normal response to the escalating environmental crisis surrounding societies around the world.
Confronting eco-anxiety in a changing world
Confronting eco-anxiety in a changing world
29 August 2023

Parents are encouraged to teach anxious children that not all thoughts are real, since the human body sometimes responds to imaginary threats. However, climate change is not imaginary, it is real — and for some children, it is terrifying.

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