Here's a comprehensive elaboration of the Pan-Iranist Progressive Party's demand for transforming the Department of Environment (DOE) into a small-scale but powerful ministry, grounded in logic and aligned with our broader political philosophy:
1. Strategic Repositioning of Environmental Governance
The Pan-Iranist Progressive Party advocates for elevating the DOE to a ministry to reflect the strategic importance of environmental policy in national development. A ministry status would:
Grant the institution direct access to cabinet-level decision-making.
Enable stronger budgetary autonomy and legislative authority.
Allow for more effective coordination with other ministries (e.g., energy, agriculture, industry).
This transformation is not about size—it’s about influence. A “small-scale but powerful” ministry implies lean bureaucracy with high-impact capabilities.
2. Responding to Environmental Complexity with Specialized Expertise
The DOE’s announcement on September 21, 2022, to collaborate with knowledge-based companies is commendable. However, the Pan-Iranist Progressive Party argues that:
Environmental challenges are deeply interdisciplinary, requiring integration of data science, law, biotechnology, and engineering.
A ministry structure would allow for institutionalized recruitment and training of data scientists and environmental analysts across sectors.
Empowering the ministry with international legal frameworks ensures compliance with global standards and strengthens Iran’s environmental diplomacy.
This approach aligns with the party’s belief in green political empowerment—not just protecting nature, but embedding environmental justice into national identity.
3. Cross-Sectoral Relevance of Environmental Policy
The environment is not an isolated domain. It intersects with:
Biotechnology and agriculture (e.g., sustainable farming, genetic resilience).
Chemical and pharmaceutical industries (e.g., pollution control, waste management).
Oil and gas (e.g., emissions regulation, ecological restoration).
Telecommunications and IT (e.g., smart monitoring systems, environmental modeling).
By transforming the DOE into a ministry, the Pan-Iranist Progressive Party envisions a hub that can coordinate environmental standards across these sectors, ensuring that technological advancement does not come at the cost of ecological degradation.
4. Historical Responsibility and Cultural Stewardship
The party’s emphasis on history intelligence and transparency reflects a deeper ideological commitment:
Protecting Iran’s natural and built heritage is not just environmental—it’s cultural.
A ministry would be better equipped to enforce preservation laws, engage with civil society, and promote volunteerism and activism.
Establishing a code of conduct for environmental volunteers and activists ensures ethical engagement and public trust.
This is about safeguarding Iran’s legacy while preparing for a sustainable future.
5. Political Leadership and Institutional Reform
By being the first voice in parliament to demand this transformation, the Pan-Iranist Progressive Party positions itself as:
A reformist force committed to institutional modernization.
A champion of environmental justice and scientific governance.
A bridge between traditional values and progressive policy.
Their proposal is not merely administrative—it’s symbolic. It signals a shift toward valuing the environment as a pillar of national strength, not a peripheral concern.