Pakistan Youth Climate Institute × Zephyr Power

Pakistan's
First Climate
Summer School

Two weeks. Coastal fieldwork. Youth-led research. Real impact.

UNESCO MAB Programme SDG 14 — Life Below Water Karachi, Pakistan 10–12 Students
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0st In Pakistan's History
01 — Background

A Living Lab on Karachi's Coast

Pakistan is among the world's most climate-vulnerable nations—yet structured programmes connecting students with marine conservation, renewable energy, and environmental research are virtually absent. PYCI changes that.


Karachi sits at the edge of the Indus River Delta—the 7th largest mangrove system on Earth—home to over 200,000 coastal inhabitants. This is our classroom.

"Financial barriers will never prevent talented students from participating. PYCI actively seeks students from underrepresented and underserved communities."

📍 Karachi Northern Arabian Sea
Indus Delta Coastline
🌬️ Zephyr Power Wind Farm — On-Site Week 1
🌿 Mangrove Systems — 7th Largest Globally
🌊 Coastline — 1,050 km
02 — Programme Structure

Two Weeks. Transformative.

Week 01 — Field Zephyr Power Site
Guided tours of Zephyr Power's wind farm with operational insights from senior engineers
Hands-on mangrove restoration and conservation at the coastal site
Field-based environmental data collection and documentation
Blue carbon science workshop — the role of mangroves in carbon sequestration
Interactive climate discussions on Pakistan's coastal vulnerabilities
Week 02 — Research Karachi Classrooms
Expert lectures by marine scientists, environmental specialists, and sustainability professionals
Research circles exploring SDG 14 and MAB framework themes collaboratively
Student-led solution development focused on local impact and community resilience
Advocacy event participation and environmental forum opportunities
Final showcase, project presentations, and certification ceremony
Day-by-Day Journey
D1
Arrival & Orientation
D2–3
Wind Energy Deep-Dive
D4–5
Mangrove Immersion
D6
Blue Carbon & Coastal Science
D7
Transition to Karachi
D8–11
Lectures & Research Circles
D14
Showcase & Certification
03 — Global Frameworks

Grounded in Global Standards

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SDG 14
Life Below Water
  • 14.1Marine pollution awareness through fieldwork
  • 14.2Hands-on mangrove restoration
  • 14.5Coastal conservation baseline data
  • 14.aYouth-generated research outputs
  • 14.7Blue carbon economy exposure
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UNESCO MAB
Man and the Biosphere — Est. 1971
  • InterdisciplinaryMarine ecology meets wind energy
  • ParticipatoryDirect engagement with local ecosystems
  • KnowledgeYouth-led sustainability research
  • YouthHangzhou Action Plan (2026–2035) Target 20
04 — Who Should Apply

Selection Criteria

Any discipline. Genuine curiosity. A will to lead.

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Statement of interest in climate or environment
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Academic standing — all disciplines welcome
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Leadership, service, or sustainability commitment
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Geographic diversity — nationally representative

💚 Financial barriers will never prevent talented students from joining. PYCI actively seeks applicants from underrepresented communities.

Expected Outcomes
01

Real-World Exposure

Fieldwork in renewable energy and coastal conservation

02

Student-Led Solutions

SDG 14-aligned projects ready for publication and impact

03

Climate Youth Network

Lifelong connection to Pakistan's growing climate cohort

04

Certified & Recognised

Formal certification and documented media impact

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Amaan Tata Founder, PYCI
06 — The Founder
Amaan Tata

Blue Horizon Pakistan · BCRI · CCLI

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Certified Advanced Open Water Diver PADI Certification
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Ocean Ambassador Manta Trust Foundation
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Tier 1 Marine Biology Coursework University of California, San Diego (UCSD)
ZEPHYR
07 — The Partnership

Built Together with
Zephyr Power

PYCI
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Zephyr Power
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UNESCO MAB
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SDG 14

We kindly request Zephyr Power's partnership to bring this vision to life. This collaboration positions Zephyr Power as a leader in corporate environmental responsibility and youth development.

→Site access to the wind farm for 5–7 days during Week 1
→Accommodation support via the on-site residential facility
→Guided sessions and knowledge-sharing from senior project staff
→General logistical coordination for safe, supervised fieldwork

In return: documented impact, media coverage, and amplified presence across Pakistan's emerging youth climate movement.

08 — Join the Movement

Ready to
Change
Pakistan?

Applications are now open for Pakistan's inaugural Climate Summer School. 10–12 competitive spots. Fully immersive. Fully yours.

2-Week Programme Zephyr Power + Karachi Certified Completion
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Proposed by Amaan Tata — Blue Horizon Pakistan · BCRI · CCLI