Islamabad’s largest Tree Plantation by Coca-Cola in response to the call by Ministry of Climate Change for Upscaling Green Pakistan Programme

Reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship, Coca-Cola Pakistan has contributed 5,000 indigenous trees to support the Upscaling Green Pakistan Programme of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination. The trees were planted at F-6/3 Park, Islamabad, as part of the Ministry’s efforts to enhance urban green cover, reduce emissions, and advance Pakistan’s broader climate priorities under the Government’s vision for climate resilience.
The plantation drive was marked by a tree planting ceremony attended by Federal Minister for Climate Change, Dr. Musadik Malik, Sunay Şanlı, General Manager, Coca-Cola Icecek (CCI), and Dr. Faisal Hashmi, Senior Director, Coca-Cola Pakistan. The activity was carried out in collaboration with the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak EPA) and the Capital Development Authority (CDA), with active participation from citizens, including youth volunteers.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Musadik Malik emphasized the importance of sustained afforestation efforts, noting that trees play a critical role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving environmental conditions. He highlighted that large scale plantation initiatives will continue with a strong focus not only on planting, but also on the protection and long term survival of trees. Appreciating Coca-Cola’s contribution, he encouraged greater practical involvement from corporate organizations in advancing the shared vision of a climate resilient Pakistan.
Dr. Faisal Hashmi, Senior Director, Coca-Cola Pakistan, said, “Afforestation initiatives like this demonstrate how collaborative efforts can make a meaningful impact on environmental sustainability. At Coca-Cola Pakistan, we remain committed to supporting practical, on ground actions that strengthen ecosystems and contribute to long term climate resilience in the communities where we operate.”
F-6/3 Park in Islamabad is also the site where Islamabad’s first plastic road was built under a partnership between CDA and Coca-Cola supported by National Incubation Center. Coca-Cola has since also installed benches and waste bins made from recycled plastic in parks across Islamabad and ran a public awareness drive on environmental stewardship.
This tree plantation initiative builds on Coca-Cola System’s broader environmental efforts in Pakistan, which include water stewardship, support for waste management systems, and contributions to tree plantation projects at key public infrastructure sites. Last month, Coca-Cola Pakistan partnered with the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) to launch a similar plantation drive at Islamabad International Airport (IIAP), where 2,000 climate resilient indigenous trees were planted across designated areas of the airport complex. So far, Coca-Cola System has contributed more than 250,000 trees across Pakistan.
Coca-Cola Pakistan remains committed to strengthening partnerships that support sustainable public spaces and contribute to a more resilient and environmentally responsible future.