CM Punjab “Green Credit Program” With Rs 10,000| Apply Now Via WebPortal!

The regional government now offers thousands of rupees to solar appliance users. The details are explained completely in this article. 

The Punjab Environment Protection and Climate Change Department released a post on social media encouraging the people to save energy, protect the environment and adopt solar-connected products.

Rs 10,000 Under Punjab Green Credit Program

Register for the CM Punjab Green Credit Program 2025 to earn between Rs. 10,000 and Rs. 100,000. The CM Punjab Green Credit Program (CMPGCP) awards verifiable, climate-positive efforts with “Green Credits.” 

Program posters promote prizes up to Rs 100,000 for specific activities/thresholds, whereas official papers affirm that 1 Green Credit = Rs 10,000. Register and upload proof; after verification, incentives are provided.

The Environment Protection and Climate Change Department (EPCCD) has launched the campaign, pushing the public to conserve energy and enhance the environment.

Eligibility Criteria For applicants 

To stimulate the use of solar appliances, the government has developed the Green Credit. A single Green Credit Card is priced at Rs 10,000.

Anyone living in Punjab, students, farmers, villages, businesses, drivers/vehicle owners, and NGOs. The program’s purpose is mass citizen engagement and a pathway for an emission trading system in Punjab.

Important Calculation: 

According to the government, a single green credit is worth Rs. 10,000, thus any user who gets one will be eligible to receive Rs. 10,000.

How To Register For Rs 10,000 Green Credit Card 

To enroll in Punjab Green credit Card Program, all you need to do is to login at the Punjab official web portal through the link given below and follow the process explained below:

• Create an account by visiting greencredit.punjab.gov.pk (CNIC/B-Form, mobile, email).
• Pick your activity category (Air, Water, Land, Waste, Biodiversity, Awareness).
• Complete the action (e.g., tree plantation, composting, recycling, EV/solar adoption, school awareness).
• Provide proof (pictures, videos, or reports) and send it in for validation.
• View the credited amount and track the status on your dashboard.

Actions that get Green Credits (examples)

• Use and promote solar appliances, EVs, and bicycles to improve air quality.
• Water: reusing greywater and collecting rainwater.
• Plant trees to green your land (official posts encourage “plant 10 trees” challenges).
• garbage: reverse vending machines, composting, and recycling plastic and electronic garbage.
• Biodiversity: rescue/awareness, habitat support, and community cleanups.
• Climate awareness: initiatives in schools/colleges, social media efforts.

What Can Customers Buy Through Green Credit Cards?

• Citizens can buy key solar appliances through this card.
• Solar stoves are available to help reduce gas usage.
• The card allows the purchase of solar geysers for low-cost water heating.
• Users can get solar energy savers to cut electricity consumption.
• Solar fans can also be purchased for cooling during load-shedding.
• The initiative promotes clean energy and reduces household utility costs.

Punjab’s Smart Waste Management Drive Gains Momentum

Earlier in November, Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif launched a groundbreaking initiative to improve waste disposal across the province. She directed authorities to install color-coded dustbins in all markets, malls, commercial centers, government offices, and educational institutions to promote responsible waste segregation.

Phase-I Implementation in Educational Institutions

Under Phase-I, approved in September last year, the Smart Waste Management Process was initiated in both government and private educational institutions across Punjab to encourage systematic waste sorting.

Yellow Bins

Used for disposing of paper, cardboard, packaging materials, and general dry waste.

Green Bins

Designated for bottles, glass pieces, and laboratory-related waste materials.

Purple (Gray) Bins

Used for fruit peels, leftover food, leaves, and vegetable waste.

Red Bins

Allocated for iron scraps and metal waste.

Orange Bins

Reserved for plastic waste, promoting recycling and reduced pollution.

These segregated waste items will later be processed to make them reusable, supporting the government’s goal to reduce landfill waste and promote eco-friendly habits among citizens.

EPA Notification and Helpline Support

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has officially notified the project for implementation. Educational institutions can contact the Punjab Management Helpline (1139) for timely waste collection. The Local Government & Community Development Department will also assist in managing the colored waste disposal system.

This initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on urban cleanliness and aims to elevate Punjab’s environmental standards to global levels.

Qingqi Rickshaws Banned to Control Smog

In another move toward improving environmental conditions, the Punjab government has imposed a ban on Qingqi rickshaws on five major highways of Lahore.

The ban covers:

• Mall Road
• Jail Road
• Canal Road
• Main Boulevard Gulberg
• Main Ferozepur Road

This measure aims to reduce traffic congestion, ensure smoother traffic flow, and most importantly, curb rising smog levels in the provincial capital. The government believes that removing smoke-emitting Qingqi rickshaws from key routes will contribute to cleaner air and an improved urban environment.

Conclusion 

The CM Punjab Green Credit Program marks a major step toward a cleaner, greener, and more energy-efficient province. From offering Rs 10,000 incentives for adopting solar appliances to launching smart waste management and anti-smog measures, the government is actively promoting sustainable living at every level. 

Citizens are encouraged to register, participate in climate-positive activities, and claim their Green Credits to support both their household savings and Punjab’s environmental goals.