Rahim Yar Khan ( Pakistan News online) Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology (KFUEIT), in collaboration with the International Water Management Institute, has officially inaugurated the Eddy Covariance Flux Tower. This cutting-edge facility aims to enhance climate monitoring by providing accurate and timely weather data, helping safeguard crops from potential climate-related risks.
The inauguration ceremony was led by Vice Chancellor Prof. Ir. Dr. Amir Azam Khan and Dr. Mohsin Hafeez, Director of the International Water Management Institute. Prominent attendees included Pro Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Shahzad Murtaza, Registrar Dr. Muhammad Sagir, Head of Agricultural Engineering Dr. Yasir Niaz, Member of the District Management Committee Mian Amir Shehbaz, Chairman Friends Group Chamber of Commerce, Chairman All Pakistan High-Tech Hybrid Seed Association, and President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chaudhry Waheed Ahmed, alongside various other dignitaries.
Experts at the event emphasized the significance of the Flux Tower in mitigating natural disaster impacts, improving water management, and strengthening the agricultural infrastructure in the region.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Ir. Dr. Amir Azam Khan reaffirmed KFUEIT’s commitment to advancing regional agriculture through the integration of modern technology and innovative practices.
Following the inauguration, KFUEIT hosted a workshop titled “Mapping of Water and Carbon Fluxes Using Eddy Covariance Flux Tower in Southern Indus Basin.” The workshop aimed to train participants on advanced techniques for monitoring water and carbon fluxes, crucial for enhancing agricultural sustainability and building climate resilience in the region.
Led by experts from KFUEIT and the International Water Management Institute, the workshop provided participants with hands-on experience in utilizing the Flux Tower’s data. The focus was on improving water management, reducing carbon footprints, and adapting agricultural practices to the changing climate.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Ir. Dr. Amir Azam Khan highlighted that such initiatives align with KFUEIT’s vision of leveraging technology to address pressing climate challenges and promote sustainable regional development. Dr. Mohsin Hafeez elaborated on the practical applications of flux tower data in optimizing water use and minimizing agricultural carbon emissions.
The workshop was attended by Pro Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Shahzad Murtaza, Dr. Yasir Niaz, Mian Amir Shehbaz, Chaudhry Waheed Ahmed, and other key stakeholders from the agriculture and environmental sectors.