20/05/2026
EUM Signs MoU with FDO to Develop Urban Forest, Advance Sustainability
Emerson University Multan hosted an MoU signing ceremony with the Farmers Development Organization (FDO) to launch a joint initiative for environmental sustainability on campus.
The agreement was signed in the Vice Chancellor’s Committee Room by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Hassaan Khaliq Qureshi on behalf of Emerson University Multan, and CEO Ghulam Mustafa on behalf of FDO. Focal person from Emerson University Dr. Ahmad Waqas and FCRP Project Manager Muhammad Usman Wahlala and other officials from Emerson University were also present.
Under the partnership, 2,500 indigenous plant species will be planted to establish an urban forest within the university grounds. The project aims to expand green cover, enhance biodiversity, and create a healthier environment for students and staff. FDO has also installed a solar-powered tube well at the campus to provide a sustainable water source for the plantation and future green initiatives. As part of the agreement, FDO will conduct training for students, faculty, and staff on urban forest management and broader sustainability practices.
A key component of the MoU is the introduction of a "Sponge City" course into the student curriculum to build awareness and technical knowledge on urban water management in Multan. University officials said the collaboration will support practical climate action on campus in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Directorate of Press Media and Public Relations, Emerson University Multan