Environment
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Baghdad Hosts Iraq–Netherlands IHE Delft Signing
On Monday, Iraq’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research signed an academic protocol with the prestigious Dutch IHE Delft Institute for Water Education. The ceremony, held at the ministry’s headquarters in Baghdad, marks a significant new chapter in bilateral cooperation between Iraq and the Netherlands. The agreement seeks to…
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Building Resilience Amid Climate Challenges in Iraq
The International Organisation of Migration (IOM) reports that as of March 2025, roughly 172,000 people have been displaced from central and southern Iraq, due to climate change and drought. The Dhi Qar governorate accounts for 44% of the displacement, with other areas such as Maysan and Muthanna being affected also. …
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Clean Energy Initiatives at First Energy Conference in Wasit
As part of the First Energy Conference held in Wasit Governorate, the Ministry of Education presented a series of forward-looking proposals aimed at supporting Iraq’s transition to clean energy through enhanced educational awareness and inter-ministerial cooperation. The event, which brought together officials, educators, and international renewable energy experts, emphasised the…
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Baghdad Seminar Raises Awareness on Plastic Hazards
A cultural and educational seminar held recently in Baghdad brought together environmental experts, intellectuals, and activists to raise awareness about the growing environmental threat posed by plastic consumption. Titled “Reducing Plastic Consumption: An Individual and Community Responsibility,” the event aimed to encourage public discourse on sustainable living and personal accountability…
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Al-Nasiriyah Plant to Drive Iraq’s Energy Future
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani, during a visit to Dhi Qar Province, officially launched the implementation of the Al-Nasiriyah Combined-Cycle Power Plant Project today. Developed by the Germany company Siemens, the project, which is built on the site of the existing Al-Nasiriyah Steam Power Plant, aims to add 921…
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Iraq Launches National Tree Planting Campaign
A new tree planting campaign has been launched in Iraq to support environmental sustainability and combat climate change. The initiative is part of the National Sustainable Development Initiative, which aims to reduce emissions, improve air quality, and enhance green spaces across the country. It also aligns with the national plan…
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Iraq Pushes for Regional Water and Climate Dialogue
Ambassador Dr. Hisham Al-Alawi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Political Planning, chaired a high-level meeting to discuss the “Water and Climate Dialogue for Regional Prosperity and Peacebuilding” initiative. The initiative, launched in cooperation with the Geneva Water Hub, aims to enhance regional cooperation on water security and…
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Iraq, UN Discuss New Environmental Advisory Group Formation
The Iraqi Ministry of Environment and the United Nations have discussed the formation of the Environment and Climate Change Advisory Group, a new initiative aimed at tackling Iraq’s pressing environmental challenges, including air pollution in major cities. The group will serve as a platform for coordinating national and international efforts,…
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UN Assembly Discusses COP30 Priorities, Iraq Demands Climate Justice
The United Nations General Assembly held an open discussion session chaired by its President, Mr. Philemon Yang, to review the priorities and preparations for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30). The session was attended by Mr. Andrés Correia, the President-designate of COP30, who outlined the conference’s logistical plans and…
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New Sustainable Forest to Transform Baghdad’s Landscape
The Baghdad Secretariat has officially commenced the first phase of the Sustainable Baghdad Forests project, set to become Iraq’s largest urban forest. Spanning 12 million square metres on the site of Al-Rasheed Camp, the ambitious initiative will feature over one million trees, transforming the area into a vast green space.…
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