Department of Architectural Engineering at Al-Mustaqbal University Organizes Scientific Workshop on Vertical Gardens and Their Role in Environmental Sustainability

21/10/2026   Share :        
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As part of the College of Engineering’s commitment to promoting sustainable architectural design and integrating modern environmental solutions into urban development, the Department of Architectural Engineering at Al-Mustaqbal University organized a scientific workshop entitled “Vertical Gardens and Their Environmental, Climatic, Economic, Visual, Financial, and Psychological Impacts.” The workshop was held at 11:00 AM in the Engineering Technologies Building. The workshop was prepared and presented by Assist. Prof. Dr. Sabah Mohammed Abdul Musahib, in collaboration with Eng. Al-Zahraa Saad Khazal, with the aim of highlighting the importance of vertical gardens as an innovative architectural solution that contributes to improving urban environments and promoting sustainability in building design. The workshop addressed the role of vertical gardens in enhancing the visual appearance of buildings, reducing thermal impacts, and improving environmental quality. It also explored their economic, financial, and psychological benefits, emphasizing their potential to create more comfortable, attractive, and sustainable urban spaces. This scientific activity reflects the Department of Architectural Engineering’s commitment to connecting academic knowledge with contemporary architectural applications and encouraging innovative design approaches that consider environmental, human, and economic dimensions. Furthermore, the workshop aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 13 (Climate Action). Al-Mustaqbal University The First University in Iraq